RTPI would like to congratulate Karin Taylor on her election as Fellow of the Institute.
The sub-committee was particularly impressed by her work supporting retired planners and for the innovative approach to recruiting volunteers to meet the resourcing challenges often faced by the third sector.
Chartered Fellow is the highest professional membership grade offered by the RTPI and is only awarded to chartered members who have made a major personal contribution to the planning profession for the benefit of the public. Under the provisions of the Royal Charter, they are now entitled to use the designatory letters FRTPI.
Karin said: “I count myself fortunate to have had a career that I have loved, and through which I have made deep friendships, enjoyed amazing experiences and places, and have had the satisfaction of knowing that I have made a difference.
“Becoming a Fellow of the Institute demonstrates my commitment to the profession in the long-term, especially as I move from largely paid, to unpaid, professional work.
“It signals that I intend to continue to use my knowledge and experience to work with others to promote sound, sustainable planning and the conservation of the natural and historic environment.
“It will strengthen my voice, and allow me greater opportunity to be an ambassador for the profession, both at home and overseas. It will enable me to support and develop others at different stages in their careers, or in different roles, and thus to play a part in upholding the professional standards and supporting the strategic priorities of the Institute.”
Karin has demonstrated a strong commitment to the RTPI over the years, including speaking at various RTPI regional events and being an assessor for ten years.
Karin’s career journey
Karin worked in local government for more than 25 years, at both district and county level, in Hampshire and Wiltshire. She worked mainly in policy roles, but with some development management and environmental work.
In 2008 she pursued her passion for landscape and the historic environment, becoming a Planning Adviser for National Trust’s South West region. In 2012 she was promoted to Head of Planning for the UK and also had the opportunity to give professional support to the National Trusts of Jersey and Fiji.
Most recently, Karin joined the Planning Inspectorate as an Examining Inspector (Appointable Person) for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Planning (NSIP) work, subsequently being appointed to the Examining Authority for a large solar farm and for a port/renewable energy development.
Applications for Fellowship are considered by the RTPI Nominations Subcommittee. The next deadline is 4 August.
Find out more: https://www.rtpi.org.uk/membership/about-rtpi-membership/apply/fellow/
