This section contains links to further resources and sources of information and support.
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Planning Aid provides free, independent and professional advice and support on planning issues to people and communities who cannot afford to hire a planning consultant. Planning Aid complements the work of local authorities but is wholly independent of them.
- Friends of the Earth has a legal advice line 0800 581 051 or email: legal@foe.co.uk
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The Environmental Law Foundation can provide more specialist help if you are seeking a Judicial Review.
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The Association of Convenience Stores has a comprehensive website with information on its campaigns to protect local shops.
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The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has a planning website with advice on responding to planning applications.
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The UK Government’s Planning Portal is a good resource from which to learn about the planning system, apply for planning permission, find out about development near you, appeal against a planning decision and research the latest government policy.
Useful reports
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Friends of the Earth briefing "How to…oppose a supermarket planning application" provides useful guidance in opposing applications, including a step-by-step guide to making your way through the English planning system.
- For general information on engaging in the planning process, please see Friends of the Earth's Community Resource Pack which provides a number of resources to help local people and communities get their voice heard in decisions which affect them.