Planning

Planning

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
14 June 2026
Air source heat pumps - guidance update

New professional guidance on noise assessment to smooth roll-out of air source heat pumps launched by IOA and CIEH

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
14 June 2026
Fusion Energy consultation

UK Government are consulting on a draft National Policy Statement for fusion energy infrastructure for England and Wales

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
10 June 2026
Permitted development - non domestic onshore wind turbines

Members of the Renewable Energy Advisory Group support the proposal for permitted development for a single wind turbine for non-domestic premises - with caveats

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
23 March 2026
Proposal to allow 30 metre wind turbines

Government are consulting on permitted development for single wind turbines up to 30m high for business and public sector

Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
17 March 2026
Placemaking needs Good Acoustic Design

Inclusion of Good Acoustic Design in revised Design and Placemaking PPG would support effective noise management in England

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
16 February 2026
Proposal for 10 year noise mapping cycle

The Institute of Acoustics disagrees with proposals in Scotland to extend cycles for updating noise maps and action plans from five to ten years.

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
13 February 2026
Consultation - Design and Placemaking PPG

Draft Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance recognises consideration of noise in developing healthy, comfortable buildings

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Mary Stevens
Mary Stevens
17 December 2025
England: Noise mitigation omitted in national planning policy consultation

Consultation on changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in England.

Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control 2025-2026

THE LEADING ONE-YEAR QUALIFICATION PROVIDING SPECIALIST TRAINING AND A RECOGNISED PATHWAY TO IOA MEMBERSHIP

Duration: 12 months
Next start date: 01 October 2025

Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control 2026-2027

THE LEADING ONE-YEAR QUALIFICATION PROVIDING SPECIALIST TRAINING AND A RECOGNISED PATHWAY TO IOA MEMBERSHIP

Duration: 12 months
Next start date: 01 October 2026

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Senior Acoustics Consultant

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than an engineering and environmental design consultancy – we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers and trusted partners.

Level: Mid Senior Level
Location: Manchester
Salary: 15000

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Consultants in Acoustics and Vibration

We are expanding our Surrey offices and are considering applicants including graduate and year-out placements roles. This is an opportunity to be involved in some extraordinary projects.

Level: Entry Level
Location: UK (remote/hybrid/home working)
Salary: Undisclosed

Notified Bodies For Noise Emissions In The Environment

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Midlands Branch: Using ecoacoustics to monitor the Common Cuckoo in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone and AGM

MIDLANDS BRANCH EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 18:00 FOR AN 18:30 START ARUP ONE CENTENARY WAY BIRMINGHAM B3 3AY IN PERSON AND HYBRID

07 August 2025, 06:00 PM

Tranquil City - Environmental Data Analytics for Healthier City Living, 17 June 2020

How has the COVID-19 lockdown affected our urban soundscapes, what should we be listening out for and what could it mean for the future of our cities?

Difference Between Manufacturers' Declared Vibration Emission Data and In-Use Measurements

Expert Witness

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Midlands Branch: Using ecoacoustics to monitor the Common Cuckoo in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone and AGM

MIDLANDS BRANCH EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 18:00 FOR AN 18:30 START ARUP ONE CENTENARY WAY BIRMINGHAM B3 3AY IN PERSON AND HYBRID

07 August 2025, 06:00 PM