The planning and environment team at Pinsent Masons LLP is well-regarded by clients for its ‘strength and depth at all levels’. The team’s workload consists of significant projects, such as its work for United Utilities on the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Project, securing planning permission for the £1bn development of 100km of new tunnels. The ’exceptional’ Elizabeth Nuttall is well-equipped to advise both private and public sector clients on development matters, as is Emma Hargreaves, who regularly assists clients with large-scale residential schemes. Mike Pocock heads the Manchester team, and is noted for his experience in development matters.
Testimonials
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‘The team offer timely and sound advice.'
'The planning team of Michael, Elizabeth and Emma Hargreaves are great - they are responsive, and have provided sound advice and support.’
Key clients
- United Utilities
- Harworth Estates Investments Limited
Work highlights
- Advising United Utilities on the planning and consenting strategy and associated legal agreements for the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Project which seeks to secure uninterrupted water supply to millions of people throughout the north west of England.
- Advising Story Homes on Cuerdale Garden Community in Lancashire which aims to deliver 2300 dwellings and 252,500 sqm of employment floorspace.