Advising local and central government departments, agencies, and public bodies, the practice at Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP excels in PPP projects, planning work, and infrastructure matters. Other areas of expertise include governance, subsidy control and procurement work, and complex disputes. Key to the Bristol-based team is Jonathan Bower, who handles a range of DCOs, CPOs, and planning matters, including section 106 agreements and highway agreements. Richard Guyatt and Kevin Gibbs are also active on a range of infrastructure and land planning matters, in addition to rail infrastructure projects. For commercial property issues such as regeneration and development work, Katherine Douglas is an important contact, while Victoria Redman has knowledge of a blend of contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental matters.
Key clients
- North Somerset Council
- Greater Cambridgeshire Partnership
Work highlights
- Advised the Greater Cambridgeshire Partnership on two Transport and Works Act Order (TWAO) rapid transit schemes, which form part of an investment worth up to £1bn over 15 years.