Led by Craig Whelton, the ‘very competent team of cross-border specialists’ at Burges Salmon LLP handles significant cases for key players in the public, energy, and housebuilding sectors. The firm’s recent instructions include development consent order applications, planning appeals, inquiries, and compulsory purchases. Whelton is ably supported by senior associates Lynsey Reid, who advises on significant developments across the UK, and Patrick Munro, who focuses on renewable and low-carbon energy projects.
Testimonials
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‘Very client-oriented, and willing to work collaboratively within a team.’
‘Patrick Munro has a fantastic eye for detail and is extremely thorough. He has demonstrated an ability to identify and address key issues.'
- 'Craig Whelton provides excellent client care and oversight. ’
‘Very competent team of cross-border specialists, providing the highest standard of service to clients in both Scotland and England.’
‘Craig Whelton has great commercial acumen and very strong knowledge of the law and procedure. Patrick Munro is an extremely capable and efficient case handler with real insight into the merits.’
Key clients
- Drax
- CALA Management Limited
- West Craigs Limited
- Northbank Farm Development Limited
- National Highways
- Loch Long Salmon Limited
- Wind 2 Limited
- Harbour Energy
- Gladman Developments
Work highlights
- Advised on the Cruachan 2 Pumped Storage Hydro-Scheme.
- Acted for West Craigs Limited on a development site in Edinburgh, involving over 1,400 new homes, a new primary school and healthcare centre, and retail development.
- Advised Harbour Energy on the Viking CCS carbon capture and storage project.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Craig Whelton