Expert Witness
We have given evidence on behalf of our clients at well over 100 public inquiries, informal hearings, and Examinations in Public
We thrive on complex and demanding projects. The possibility that we may need to defend our work at public inquiry permeates through all that we do and ensures that our advice is robust enough to withstand this level of scrutiny.
We will work as an integral part of your inquiry team to ensure that the ecological case we put forward is robust, coherent, and well-argued.
We have a strong track record of our evidence being supported by the courts or Planning Inspectorate. In many cases we succeed in having ecological reasons for refusal withdrawn prior to the hearing.
Our expert witness services include:
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Preparing proofs of evidence
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Drafting statements of common ground
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Preparing rebuttal proofs
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Presenting oral evidence
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Preparation of cross examination notes
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Preparing technical briefing notes on specialist ecology subjects
In recent years we have given evidence on a wide range of issues including
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Air quality effects on international sites
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Recreational effects on international sites and ancient woodland
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Effects on important ecological features such as unimproved grassland, hedgerows, bats and Dormice
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Non-statutory designated sites
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Habitats of principal importance under the NERC Act 2006
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Biodiversity Net Gain
What our clients say
‘Rebecca recently provided Ecology support at a Planning Inquiry for two significant residential schemes in Epping Forest – Specifically in relation to the potential ecological effects of the developments on the Epping Forest Special Area of Conservation. Rebecca undertook a rigorous analysis of the issues and was able to provide sound and reliable advice throughout the appeal process. She was crucial in the development of an innovative solution to the complex issues we faced and was instrumental to the success of the Appeals. I would have no hesitation in recommending Rebecca and EPR to other developers.’
David Chalmers, Fairview Homes
