Phil is a chartered town planner with over 30 years experience. Prior to joining Indigo Planning in 1989, he worked for two London Borough planning departments, Kensington & Chelsea and Bromley.

Philip was a founding Director of Indigo Planning, becoming Managing Director to oversee and drive its growth from a handful of professionals to almost 100 town planners. This led to the industry recognising Indigo as one of the leading planning consultancies in the UK through winning RTPI planning consultancy of the year twice and shortlisting on many occasions. The business was supported by very positive client and staff feedback. Indigo Planning was subsequently acquired by WSP in 2019.

Phil has started PMV Planning to build on this reputation and success with a client focussed planning consultancy, which has delivering viable and sustainable places through collaboration at its heart. With extensive experience in all areas of planning, Phil has a particular interest in regeneration schemes, improving both economic and social spaces, working alongside developers and local communities. He also takes a keen interest in environmental impact of development and all legal aspects of planning. Phil has appeared as expert witness at public inquiries and is also skilled in mediation.  His extensive experience in this area gives him an in-depth understanding of the best way to secure planning permissions and allocations.

Phil is an accomplished leader. He is an active member of the business community and is an external examiner at Birmingham City University. He supports various charities and hones his endurance skills by long distance running and skiing.