Planning and Development

This section - specifically compiled with planners in mind - contains background information on the mobile phone industry, summaries of recent health reports and details of planning policies and best practice models within the mobile communications industry.

Planning policy
Current policies for England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland

Best practice
Ten Commitments to best siting practice

Ipsos MORI report
'Good Reception - continuing to address the needs of planners'

Risk Communication Handbook - 'Working with the Community'
A practical tool for those working in the area of mobile telecommunications network development.

Joint Accord
Joint Accord between the Association of National Parks, Association of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mobile Phone Network Operators

Mobile mast briefing workshops for local planning authorities

Visit the Information section for Fact Sheets on Base Stations, Planning, Site Sharing and Public Exposure Guidelines

Health analysis
UK and international health reviews

Base stations and masts
Technical explanation of infrastructure and relevant issues