North Yorkshire Council · Awarded contract
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Expert Witness Support for Planning Appeal Public Inquiry on Land at Sand Hutton

Awarded 20 May 2024

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Awarded20 May 2024
Value£29,750.00
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 2y 1mo ago4mo term
Awarded 20 May 2024Expired 29 Sept 2024

North Yorkshire Council awarded a contract to Richard Wood Associates for expert witness support in a planning appeal public inquiry concerning land west of Gravel Pit Farm to Black Dike plantation, Sand Hutton (planning ref: 20/01195/MFULE).

The services, provided by Richard Wood, included preparation of the Local Planning Authority's Statement of Case, Statement of Common Ground, and Proof of Evidence, as well as giving evidence under cross-examination at the inquiry.

The work also involved liaison with LPA officers and counsel, attendance at a Case Management Conference, and adherence to the timetable established by the Planning Inspectorate, including anticipated inquiry sitting days.

The contract value was £29,750.

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