Simone Wilding

As Chief Planner at Bristol City Council Simone has led the transformation of the planning service focusing on timely and robust decision-making and great place-shaping. Simone is a chartered town planner with some 25 years' experience and has been working across a wide range of planning areas. Delivering sustainable and healthy environments for thriving, inclusive communities is what has motivated her throughout her career. Before moving to Bristol City Council Simone was the Head of Operations at the Planning Inspectorate for all of the Inspectorate's major casework including National infrastructure, Local Plans, planning inquiries and major specialist casework.