Slow planning process causes long project delays for architects

The government has launched a "wholesale review" of the architecture profession, and is looking for opinions from the built environment industry on how things can and should be improved.

Nicholas Boys Smith has been tasked with coming up with guidance to help planners come up with local design codes.

Shortages of construction materials continue to disrupt project delivery, as does a growing lack of on-site fitters and skilled tradespeople.