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Winckworth Sherwood

Transport: Rail: Planning & Authorisation

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Winckworth Sherwood

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Transport: Rail: Planning & Authorisation - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Winckworth Sherwood has a renowned planning and authorisation practice with extensive rail sector knowledge. It works with clients on the promotion and opposition of legislation and all aspects of planning, compulsory purchase and public law issues. The firm offers standout expertise in environmental impact assessment and statutory procedure. Its team has notable experience representing government bodies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Winkworth Sherwood continued to advise the Department for Transport and HS2 Ltd on the development of the high-speed railway between London and Birmingham.

Strengths

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  • The firm breaks matters down so it can be understood (but not misinterpreted) at different levels to enable sound and accurate decisions to be made.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paul Irving
    Paul Irving

    Paul Irving

    Paul Irving is head of the practice and a leading specialist in the sector. He acts for clients on high-profile rail projects and provides strategic advice on planning and authorisation. Irving is particularly noted for his extensive expertise in advising on and drafting legislation.

    • Paul provides high-quality advice and is patient, dependable, flexible and personable. He always delivers on time and to budget.

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