Your Island, Your Support

Planning Aid Scotland is a leading national charity and social enterprise recognised for delivering high-quality training, capacity-building support and expert guidance across all areas of the Scottish planning system. We work with public bodies, community groups, community councils, planning professionals, consultants and third sector organisations to strengthen participation, improve understanding and help people to shape the future of their place.Planning Aid Scotland provides structured, engaging and hands-on skills training as well as bespoke training programmes tailored to organisational needs. Our experienced team of trainers, planners and community engagement specialists enable people to build confidence in areas such as planning essentials, Local Place Plans, place-based engagement, inclusive engagement, youth participation and more.We deliver:Training on any aspect pf the planning system, from introductory sessions to advanced thematic modulesCustom, organisation-specific training, designed to meet the needs of local authorities, community councils, consultancies and public bodiesFacilitated workshops, masterclasses and skills sessionsProfessional development opportunitiesPlanning Aid Scotland is committed to making planning more accessible, open and inclusive - ensuring people have the knowledge and tools to shape their local places.