An integral part of the work and responsibility of the RTPI involves ensuring that professional ethics are upheld. A key role for the Conduct and Discipline Panel lies in deliberating over complaints brought against planners concerning alleged breaches of the Code.
Are you committed to the maintenance of high standards of professional conduct? Do you have an appropriate depth of experience to be able to contribute to the Institute’s conduct and discipline activities on a voluntary basis.
Conduct and Discipline Panel vacancies
The procedures for the Conduct & Discipline Panel are adopted by the Board of Trustees, in accordance with the RTPI's Bye-laws and Regulations. Members of the Panel serve a minimum of three years with the possibility of extending this for a further 3-year term. The Panel normally meets four times a year, two virtually and two meetings in London when all necessary expenses would be reimbursed.
We are currently recruiting two new panel members. Please see the role description below and apply using this form by midday 12 June 2026. If you are interested in volunteering within this area and would like further information please contact Andrew Farrow on 020 7929 8366 or email andrew.farrow@rtpi.org.uk
For information, the Role Descriptor and Terms of Reference for the Panel are provided via the links below.
Appeal Committee Pool vacancies
A key role for the Conduct and Discipline Panel lies in deliberating over complaints brought against planners concerning alleged breaches of the Code. As stated in the official procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees, a member has a right of appeal if found in breach.
Each Appeal Committee consists of three members drawn from the pool of Appeal Committee members and is constituted to hear an individual appeal. Members might expect to hear one or two appeals each year although this does depend upon the volume of cases. Most appeals are heard through the written procedure although both virtual and in-person hearings are possible. All necessary expenses are reimbursed.
We currently do not have any vacancies on the Appeal Committee Pool.