Stephen Pointer

Stephen Pointer is an experienced planning policy professional with a career spanning several decades in local government. Currently serving as Team Manager for Planning Policy at Nottinghamshire County Council since February 2017, Stephen oversees the development of effective planning policies for minerals and waste, while coordinating responses to local plans and applications to promote public health and sustainable growth. Prior experience includes roles as Strategic Planning and Housing Manager and Policy Manager at Harborough District Council from May 2007 to February 2017, where Stephen facilitated local planning policies and neighbourhood planning. Additionally, Stephen held management positions at Northampton Borough Council, Bedfordshire County Council, and Leicestershire County Council, focusing on housing strategy, conservation, and economic development. Educational qualifications include a BTP in Town Planning and a BA (Hons) in Urban and Regional Planning from Coventry University.