... positive and negative. It is these strengths and weaknesses that shall be outlined below. Strengths The British Planning System 'has remained resilient' (Rydin, 2003), 'remarkably defending dominant values for over 60 years' (Bartlett, 2001). A key strength stems from its long tradition and established role of public participation (RCEP, 1999). Arguably the greatest achievement of the System has been in keeping development out of the countryside, preserving it for the enjoyment of society. Greed (2000) writes that without the system 'Britain would be covered, coast to coast, in development to accommodate the disproportionately large population in relation to the land surface'. Instead, there are large expanses of beautiful countryside, and preserved natural and built heritage. Notable features of the system (Cullingworth and Nadin, 2001) are that it embraces and allows discretion. Public participation which has been allowed since the 1970's, is a positive feature, ensuring that public interest is considered through ...

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