With particular strengths in the infrastructure space, Broadfield Law UK LLP‘s local government department advises local governments, combined authorities and passenger transport executives on a range of transport infrastructure schemes, as well as on the establishment of clean air and low emission zones. The practice is headed by Nick Evans, who is the key partner for infrastructure and connected environmental and planning issues. David Mundy is experienced in public procurement and state aid, as well as development schemes and local authority powers, while Tom Henderson handles infrastructure planning, in particular parking levies and clean air zones. Mustafa Latif-Aramesh, who was promoted to partner in June 2023 is also noted.
Testimonials
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- ‘They have a best in class understanding of road user charging, a fairly niche area, but it was critical to us to get the best possible advice in what is always a contentious and difficult policy area.’
‘The knowledge and practical support of Rahul Bijlani is second to none. He is entirely unflappable, practical, helpful, available and approachable and I would work with him gladly at any time.’
Key clients
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- Manchester City Council and other authorities affected by HS2
- East Suffolk Council and Coastal Partnership East
- Bristol City Council and North Somerset Council
- Transport for London
- Northumberland County Council
- Oxfordshire County Council
- Newcastle City Council
- Bath and North East Somerset Council
- London Luton Airport Limited
- Cambridgeshire County Council
- South Yorkshire Pensions Authority
- Westminster City Council
- East Hertfordshire District Council
Work highlights
- Advise local authorities across the country on clean air zones and low emission zones schemes, including the country’s largest in London and Greater Manchester.
- Advised all affected local authorities on the HS2 Phase 2b Bill.
- Advise DLUHC on the creation, regulation and powers of local authorities.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nick Evans