Winner - South Ribble Borough Council

SRBC are a professional and hardworking planning team who aim to serve the communities of South Ribble to the best of our ability. They provide a high quality and award-winning planning service which meets the needs of our customers. They are proactive and forward thinking and work effectively with stakeholders to deliver sustainable development, helping to address climate change, provide homes and deliver growth and employment opportunities. They are a friendly and supportive team and are proud of the fact that all their planning officers are either full or licentiate members of the RTPI. 

Commended - Sefton Council

Following the 2024 tragic events in Southport, Sefton Planning Team have demonstrated exceptional compassion, professionalism, and commitment in supporting Southport’s recovery. They worked closely with other Council teams, offered free pre application advice, drop in sessions, and visible on the ground support to help local businesses, developers and investors maintain stability and plan for the future. Through proactive collaboration, focussing on projects such as the Lord Street Living, their Planning and Conservation Teams have worked together to attract funding, sustain investment, encourage regeneration, and reinforce community confidence during an intensely challenging period.