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Navigating the intricate process of land and easement acquisition can be tedious, with strict legislative requirements to follow. Trudi Robinson, Senior Manager of Infrastructure at NSW Public Works, shares insights from her 17 years of experience facilitating land acquisition for local government. Discover how councils can overcome challenges, consider key considerations for infrastructure projects, streamline processes, and stay updated on the latest practices. 👀🔗Read more https://bit.ly/3yvtXCd

During our preliminary study of all 24 existing National Pride Projects, we were able to discern critical challenges across the projects. Budget constraints, financial management, land acquisition, environmental and social risks, and geotechnical difficulties were among the most common. These identified problems have led to harrowing outcomes regarding the pace of the projects, and eventual cost and time overruns. #PublicProcurement #NationalPrideProjects #NepalNow #NepalNews

Timing is Crucial It's time to take action to ensure safe and reliable transportation infrastructure in New York's Region 8. We need your help to get the message out and make an impact. Let your voice be heard in Albany. Please click and share the link. Click here; https://lnkd.in/eaX44SV5 Our roads and bridges are the lifelines of our communities, but they're in dire need of attention. According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association, the condition of our roads has been steadily declining since 2002, with more than half now rated as "Fair" or "Poor". This trend is alarming and demands immediate action.   We urge you to click on the link below and join us in advocating for the state to fully-fund road repairs and maintenance in Region 8. Make your voice heard by sending a letter to our state elected representatives, urging them to prioritize infrastructure investment in the upcoming budget. The button below provides a tool to assist you in this effort by providing a pre-written letter and ensuring it is delivered to your state representative in the Senate and Assembly.   Together, we can ensure safer roads, smoother commutes, and a stronger future for the Hudson Valley. Take action now!   Help us get the message out. Click here; https://lnkd.in/eaX44SV5 and share it forward!

A bit more certainty? Yes please. The Royal Town Planning Institute has proposed that the government publish a clear route map to include timescales for the passage of the Infrastructure and Planning Bill, changes to the NPPF and the establishment of strategic planning areas. Eminently sensible and helpful in helping everyone continue to plan and ultimately build. Are you listening government? Please create a bit more certainty.

The Government Brownfield Development Consultation has been published: This consultation seeks views on changes to national policy to strengthen planning support for brownfield development, and ensure we make the best use of land. The document consults on 3 proposals: - a change to the trigger on the urban uplift for brownfield development when at 95% delivery; - taking a flexible approach to internal layout guidance when building on brownfield land; and - reviewing the threshold for referral of applications to the Mayor of London

The Essential Role of Land Surveying in Infrastructure Projects https://lnkd.in/g6-HqPUf

Important steps to facilitate the capital needed for the energy transition.

#ICYMI: In our alert, attorney Reilly Noetzel breaks down the draft changes to the NPDES General Permit (PAG-02), which authorizes developers to discharge stormwater associated with construction activities involving 1 or more acres of earth disturbance to surface waters of the Commonwealth. With the current version of the PAG-02 expiring in December of this year, Reilly explains what developers should be aware of in preparation for the final version at the link: https://lnkd.in/eYrxCYHr

This news (#Private sector experience + #WomenLeadership) seems to quite a disruptive positive change for the UK Government procurement scene. Samantha Ulyatt FCIPS, the new CEO of Crown Commercial Service (CCS), transitioned from a private sector background in chemical manufacturing to the Civil Service in 2016. After a successful stint at the Home Office, she has returned to CCS as CEO, to focus on efficiency and smarter public spending. This interview, highlights her commitment to digital transformation and #DigitalFirst thoughtleadership, which we at Formula2GX Digital are so aligned with. Sam, aims to simplify procurement processes and leverage data insights to boost value across government. Her leadership style emphasizes empowering teams and driving innovation, making her a standout leader who’s advancing CCS into the future. Samantha Ulyatt FCIPS, with CCS already delivering over £4.9 billion commercial benefits already, the road ahead seems to be quite exciting for you and your team. For me, personally, I am hoping SMEs with right expertise will also get better traction with CCS and other government organisation. :), especially simplifying the procurement process for everyone (we have good ideas, hope one day will get to share at least one :)

Bottom line. It saves money in the long term.