We have considerable experience of public inquiry work ranging from small proposals to large developments. We have worked with conservation bodies, planners and counsel in preparing proofs of evidence and appearing at inquiries.
We have particular expertise on heathlands, access and urban development. Our evidence is underpined by the latest research, often carried out by ourselves. We have conducted a number of pieces of research on the effects of urban development on the Annex 1 bird species associated with lowland heathland including the use of postcode data and aerial photographs to quantify the amount of development around heathland sites and we have shown that these data can be used to predict nightjar numbers - sites with high levels of urban development surrounding them support fewer nightjars. This work has been used in numerous inquiries and has been central in informing the development of strategic planning around heathlands and the implementation of projects such as the Thames Basin Heaths Delivery Project.