Infrastructure Planning Commission (IPC)

The Infrastructure Planning Commission (IPC) was a UK government body responsible for reviewing and approving major infrastructure projects, such as energy plants, airports, and large developments. Its role was to streamline the planning process by providing a single, independent authority to assess environmental and economic impacts, ensuring projects aligned with national interests. The IPC aimed to reduce delays and improve decision-making for significant projects that could affect communities and the environment. It was abolished in 2012, with its responsibilities transferred to local authorities and other agencies.