Professional Standards for Planning Planning News - updated 02/03/2023 by Alfie

Institute of Historic Buildings Conservation (IHBC)

As an Associate member of the IHBC, Alfie is accredited in conservation practice that evaluates change in the built and historic environment. He adheres to the Conservation Professional Practice Principles set out by the IHBC and works according to nationally and internationally recognised conservation guidance from bodies such as Historic England and UNESCO.

More information on the IHBC can be found here

Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)

As a chartered member of the RTPI, Andrew adheres to the institute’s Code of Professional Conduct which is based around five core principles: competence, honesty and integrity; independent professional judgement; due care and diligence; equality and respect; and professional behaviour. These leading principles set the standard for the team’s professional practice and ethics, and illustrate what you can expect when you appoint us to work on your projects.

More information on the RTPI can be found here

Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)

Gilly achieved Chartered Environmentalist status, awarded by the Society for the Environment, in October 2018. Chartered Environmentalist status is awarded to dedicated and experienced environmental professionals who have demonstrated competence in four main areas: knowledge and understanding of the environment and sustainability, leading sustainable management of the environment, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and personal commitment to professional standards and obligations to society and the environment.

More information on the Society for the Environment can be found here

Institution of Environmental Sciences

Gilly also has full membership with the Institution of Environmental Sciences. This post-nominal is awarded to individuals who have achieved the professional experience comparable with chartered status in other professions. The IES equips its members with a technical understanding of the environmental science, and how the science operates to promote a transition to a sustainable society.

More about the IES can be found here

Gilly’s profile was published on the IES website after she attained her MIEnvSc and CEnv status