Stakeholders are individuals, groups, or organisations that have an interest in a particular decision or project. The role that stakeholders play in decision making can vary depending on the specific context, but generally, stakeholders have an important role in the decision-making process.

In most decision-making processes, stakeholders are consulted for their input and perspective on the decision being made. This allows decision makers to gather a range of viewpoints and consider the potential impact of the decision on different stakeholders. Stakeholders may provide valuable information and insights that can help to inform the decision-making process and improve the quality of the decision.

In some cases, stakeholders may also have decision-making authority themselves. For example, in a company, the board of directors may be stakeholders who have the final say in important decisions. In other cases, stakeholders may have a veto power or the ability to block a decision from being made.

Overall, the role that stakeholders play in decision making is critical to ensuring that decisions are made with consideration for the interests and perspectives of those who may be affected by the decision. By involving stakeholders in the decision-making process, decision makers can help to ensure that decisions are well-informed and take into account a range of perspectives and potential impacts.

Key stakeholders in the planning process are typically:

• The Local Planning Authority
• Community members
• Developers
• Key agencies.