tor&co, the interdisciplinary planning and design consultancy, has announced the appointment of Nigel Pugsley to its Board, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued national growth strategy.
Nigel brings more than a decade of experience within the business, having joined tor&co in 2015 and played a key role in delivering complex planning projects across the UK. His promotion reflects both his longstanding contribution and the firm’s commitment to investing in its people alongside targeted external recruitment.
Operating from offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol and Bournemouth – where the business was founded over 40 years ago – tor&co has built a strong reputation for delivering creative, commercially robust planning and development solutions nationwide.
Nigel is widely recognised across the South Coast market for his expertise in planning strategy and his work advising national housebuilders, developers, landowners and commercial clients. His portfolio includes major regeneration schemes, strategic housing developments and large-scale logistics projects.
This Board appointment signals the next phase in tor&co’s growth, reinforcing its leadership team as the business continues to expand its geographic reach and multidisciplinary offer.
Jacqueline Mulliner, Managing Director of tor&co, said: “Nigel’s appointment to the Board is thoroughly well deserved. Over the past 11 years, he has consistently demonstrated outstanding technical expertise, commercial insight and a deep commitment to our clients and our culture. As we continue to grow nationally, strengthening our Board with leaders who understand our business from the inside is vital.”
Simon Prescott, Chairman of tor&co, added: “This appointment reflects our long-term approach to building a resilient and forward-looking business. Nigel’s reputation in the South Coast market and his ability to navigate complex planning challenges make him a valuable addition to the Board as we continue to invest in both our people and our future.”
Nigel Pugsley commented: “I’m incredibly proud to be joining the Board at tor&co. Having been part of the business for over a decade, I’ve seen first-hand the strength of our collaborative culture and the ambition that drives us forward. I’m excited to contribute to the next stage of our growth and to continue delivering successful outcomes for our clients.”
Nigel’s appointment sits alongside tor&co’s ongoing programme of strategic recruitment, underlining the company’s commitment to nurturing internal talent while bringing new expertise into the business.
