Create Consulting Engineers published an Insight by Technical Director (Acoustics) Jody Blacklock on the updated National Planning Policy Framework published on Monday 17th August 2026.

Create is an award-winning, engineering and environmental consultancy. Founded in Norwich, we now operate from a further four offices – Chelmsford, Milton Keynes, London, and Glasgow – providing comprehensive national coverage. As an SME with a strong turnover, we combine the flexibility and personal service of a smaller firm with the technical expertise and multidisciplinary capability typically associated with larger consultancies. This enables us to support the feasibility, planning, design, and delivery of projects of all scales and complexities across the UK. Since 2009, we’ve built a strong track record across all major sectors within the natural and built environment. Our agile, collaborative approach ensures tailored, sustainable, and innovative solutions for every project. This commitment to quality and integrity has earned us the trust of public and private sector clients alike, with over 70% of our work now coming from repeat business. In 2026 we joined The Lanpro Group of companies.

Founded 2009