Business and Corporate Plan 2000-2001 to 2003-2004
Annex A - Framework Document
The Planning Inspectorate works under the terms of a Framework Document, published by DETR and the National Assembly for Wales.
The Agency's objectives, as stated in the Framework Document, are as follows:
- to provide as efficient, effective, expeditious and economic a service as is compatible with the maintenance of quality and high professional standards, as well as with the resources available;
- to maintain the integrity of each Inspector as an independent tribunal, not subject to any improper influence;
- to provide clear and readily available information and guidance for all who come into contact with the Agency;
- to achieve all financial and performance targets that are set for the Agency; and
- to maintain an efficient, properly trained and well-motivated workforce.
The Framework Document will be reviewed as part of the quinquennial review.
Copies of the Framework Document are available from the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions - see contacts list.

