RTPI Cymru celebrated the talent of early career planners in Wales and announced the Wales Young Planner of the Year 2020. Emmeline Reynish is a Chartered Planner with Arup in Cardiff.
The award seeks to celebrate talented young planners and recognise their contribution to the profession.
The judges said: “Emmeline has a strong commitment to the profession and is acutely aware of the challenges that face us both now and in the future. Her enthusiasm will go a long way to help the Institute meet those challenges in a sustainable and inclusive way.
“Emmeline is an extremely enthusiastic young planner with a passion for promoting planning in Wales.
“Emmeline has a good understanding of the future challenges that face planners and will act as a role model to other young planners by encouraging collaboration with other sectors and increasing diversity in the profession.”
The judges also Commended Kate Coventry. Kate is a planner with LRM Planning. The Judges said:
“Kate showed a strong commitment to the profession and the role of young planners in delivering the new agenda for placemaking in Wales.
“She demonstrates a passion for planning and the work of planners in delivering affordable housing in Wales and will no doubt have a bright future in Planning.”