I manage scrutiny reviews to support the Assembly’s constructive and evidence-based 'scrutiny' of East Midlands Development Agency (emda). I ensure the Assembly is provided with independent information, analysis and research to influence the development of regional economic strategy and scrutinise its delivery. I work closely with key stakeholders, such as emda and GOEM and represent the Assembly on the English Region’s Network at regional and national meetings, steering groups and policy consultations to support our role as the ‘voice of the region’.

matthew.wheatley@emra.gov.uk 

01664 503 631

07771 966 910 

As Scrutiny Adviser I mainly research and examine the economic policies that shape the East Midlands. I write and develop papers for the Scrutiny Board and manage projects for the scrutiny team. My specialist areas of knowledge are regeneration, economic development and sport & culture. All my work is in close conjunction with other regional bodies like emda, GOEM, the Learning & Skills Council. I help the scrutiny team to remain an effective part of the regional governance process.

jonathon.little@emra.gov.uk  

01664 503 628 

07768 615 299

I am responsible for co-ordinating the development, implementation and monitoring of the Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) (which includes the Regional Transport Strategy), and of the Regional Housing Strategy. I work closely with local authorities and a wide range of partner organisations. I manage the Regional Assembly’s Spatial Planning Team and the resources given by Government to support regional planning, transport and housing work.

01664 503 633 (PA)

07795 060 943

I am responsible for the review of the Regional Housing Strategy (RHS) which is currently underway. I also prepare the region’s Housing Investment Strategy, for agreement by regional partners. This determines how the Regional Housing Pot is spent and forms the basis of housing’s input to other processes such as the Regional Funding Allocations. I oversee the allocation of funding to a range of regional and sub-regional research projects which will jointly inform both the RHS review and the housing aspects of the Regional Plan. I also manage the agenda for meetings of the Regional Housing Group and provide briefings and support to the Group’s Chairperson.

cathy.jones@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 638 

07825 425 725

My role is to assist in the development, implementation and review of the Regional Spatial Strategy and the Regional Housing Strategy. I therefore work on a variety of tasks to support the work of the Regional Assembly and that of regional boards and groups in these areas. I am on secondment from Daventry District Council.

dez.tanser@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 658

07768 475 863 

I am responsible for the development, implementation and review of the Regional Transport Strategy. I work closely with partners such as the Highways Agency, Network Rail, Department for Transport, GOEM, emda, Local Transport Authorities, Travelwatch, EMTAR and transport operators to progress key transport projects.

barry.davies@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 637
07795 060 940 

My role is to assist the Director of Planning and Transport on strategic policy development. The main focus is development, implementation and review of the Regional Spatial Strategy and Regional Transport Strategy, including the identification of future transport priorities in the region.

mike.hewitt@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 637

07768 702 527  

My role is to support the Director of Planning and Transport in the development, monitoring and implementation of regional planning policy within the context of the Regional Spatial Strategy and the Integrated Regional Strategy. This includes the development of Sub-Regional Strategies, promoting national and regional best practice between the East Midlands local planning authorities, supporting the delivery of spatial planning monitoring and conformity functions of the Assembly, and supervising the spatial planning team.

paul.bland@emra.gov.uk  

01664 503 659

07771 966 908   

I am responsible for the implementation of the East Midlands Regional Waste Strategy. This involves working with partner organisations to ensure that the Region minimises waste produced at source whilst ensuring that there is sufficient future capacity concentrating on a shift away from traditional landfill in line with the Regional Spatial Strategy.

bryn.walters@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 626

07795 060942 

My role is supporting the development and implementation of the Regional Energy Strategy. Activities focus on sustainable energy in communities, looking at ways of encouraging low carbon solutions. A large part of this activity is focused on supporting the delivery of low carbon development and renewable energy generation through the planning system. Projects include raising awareness, sharing best practice, sustainable design and construction training and community renewables. There are also close links with housing policy in delivering affordable, low carbon solutions in present housing stock. The sustainable energy agenda is also closely linked the regional work on climate change. I work closely with partners and stakeholders through the Regional Energy Group and its sub-groups.

helen.chadwick@emra.gov.uk 

01664 503 627 

07768 635 705

My role involves leading on the annual production of the State of the Region report which assesses our progress in meeting the Social, Environmental, Spatial and Economic objectives of the Integrated Regional Strategy. The State of the Region report sets the wider context for the RSS Annual Monitoring Report. I also co-ordinate various activities including the Quarterly Return to the Government Office for the East Midlands and Freedom of Information Act responses. I am also responsible for managing, developing and maintaining the Regional Assembly website.

rachael.marriott@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 629 

07770 968 337

I am responsible for co-ordinating the RSS Annual Monitoring Report which measures progress implementing policies within the Regional Spatial Strategy. I also work closely with our partner organisations, including the East Midlands Development Agency, on the economic aspects of regional spatial planning.

peter.williams@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 636 

07766 498 452

I am responsible for developing and mantaining a GIS capability for the Assembly, and contributing to the development of the Assembly's Regional Spatial Strategy Annual Monitoring Report and the Assembly's 'State of the Region' Report.

sian.haddon@emra.gov.uk 

01664 503 698 

07768 546 128

My role involves supporting the development and implementation of environmental policy at the regional level. My activities focus on supporting initiatives which will help increase the environmental capacity of the region within the overall objective of achieving sustainable communities. Projects include raising awareness and sharing best practice through the development of the East Midlands Green Infrastructure Network (EMGIN). They also involve developing a strategic approach to the delivery of Green Infrastructure to complement the work within the Planning System on Growth Areas and Growth Points ongoing at sub-regional and local levels. I am also working to identify future needs for wider environmental infrastructure, such as water, within the planning system. I work closely with environmental partner organisations around the region, particularly through the coordination of the Assembly’s Environment Group, Environment Advisory Groups and the various sub groups working on specific priority work areas.

alison.hepworth@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 632 

07771 966 904

My role is supporting the East Midlands Biodiversity Forum (EMBF) and the region’s Local Biodiversity Action Partnerships (LBAPs), ensuring that there is communication and linkage between the local, regional and national biodiversity initiatives, in particular the UK Biodiversity Action Plan (UKBAP) and England Biodiversity Strategy (EBS), and other appropriate sectors. This involves coordinating the implementation of the East Midlands’ Regional Biodiversity Strategy and action plan, raising awareness and sharing best practice on biodiversity issues.

warren.priest@emra.gov.uk

07748 182 332 

My role is to support the work of the Regional Assembly's statutory functions as a consultee to the planning system and ensuring Local Development Framework conformity with the Regional Spatial Strategy, and in promoting planning best practice across the East Midlands.

steve.bolton@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 587 

07768 368697

My role involves providing support and assistance to the Spatial Planning Team. I also provide advice and guidance on all aspects of spatial planning to local authorities and partner organisations.

darren.horn@emra.gov.uk

01664 503 699 

07775 800 262

My job involves the development of regional climate change policy for the East Midlands; working with sectoral partners and engaging stakeholders; broadening and deepening commitment to action and celebrating success. I work with the public and private sector to help them to tackle the causes and also the effects of a changing climate.

mike.peverill@emra.gov.uk 

07795 060 941  

A description of Heather's role will appear here soon.  

heather@ukyouthparliament.org.uk 

07940 724 188

As well as my role as PA to Andrew Pritchard, I am responsible for the provision of support services to the Planning Department and supporting the work of all Advisers and Directors, to ensure the effective delivery of all clerical and administrative functions. I also act as Events Co-ordinator and ensure the efficient organisation of Assembly events and meetings as requested, liaising with speakers where appropriate and venue co-ordinators. I am also involved with HR Illness reporting and Staff Expense reporting.

01664 503 633 

My role as Co-ordinator involves the provision of support to the Planning team within EMRA, ensuring the effective delivery of all clerical and administrative functions, including organising meeting facilities, purchasing and inventory. I attend and minute various Board meetings.

01664 503 669 

My role is to produce press releases and co-ordinate media responses on behalf of EMRA, to generate fair coverage of EMRA's activities.

mel.atkinson@emra.gov.uk

A description of Spencer's role will appear here soon. 

spencer.rabey@emra.gov.uk  

01664 503 650