Michelle Bolger Expert Landscape Consultancy Ltd (MBELC) prepares landscape assessments and proposals for projects at all stages in the planning system and specialises in providing landscape evidence at public inquires. Landscape is often a key factor in the acceptability of development and the practice is experienced in preparing robust evidence that demonstrate a thorough understanding of a site and the local landscape character. Proposals that respond to and enhance the existing sense of place have a greater chance of success in the planning system. MBELC's work for local planning authorities has consistently identified proposals that are contextually sympathetic. MBELC operates throughout the UK and has been involved in inquiries in Scotland and Wales. The practice works in a range of sectors, residential development, renewable energy and transportation, and has a diverse client base including large land owners, many local authorities, and charities such as the National Trust. A defining feature of the work prepared by MBELC is the use of clear English and the avoidance of unnecessary jargon, combined with clear and convincing graphical presentation. Michelle Bolger, who is the Director of MBELC, is an experienced Landscape Planner with a reputation as an outstanding expert witness. John Jeffcock, who is an Associate of MBELC, is an experienced Landscape Architect and has recent experience in providing landscape evidence at planning hearings in New Zealand. MBELC is a Registered Practice of the Landscape institute