Most planners work for:
- Local authorities, such as city and district councils
- Government departments
- Private consulting firms
Planners work independently and in teams. They may supervise planning teams and other staff, either permanently or for single projects. They also have contact with:
- The public and community groups
- Other professionals, especially engineers, lawyers, architects, environmental scientists, surveyors, archaeologists and urban designers
- Politicians
- Government departments
- Local authorities
- Environmental courts
- Regional and district councils
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- Private consultancies and environmental agencies.
