New report – Tomorrow 125: Rediscovering the roots of a new society
Our new report reflects on how the Garden City idea remains a powerful and hopeful blueprint for creating thriving communities
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The seven deadly mistakes of planning reform
As we approach the next general election, the TCPA’s Director of Policy Hugh Ellis reflects on the biggest mistakes of…
Vacancy: Projects and Policy Manager (Osborn Fellow) (maternity cover)
Are you an experienced project manager with an interest in place-shaping and supporting the creation of inclusive and resilient places…
Changes to various Permitted Development Rights: TCPA response to latest consultation
The TCPA recognises the urgent need for more good quality and affordable homes. However, the TCPA is concerned that the…
Planning practice in an ‘infodemic’
TCPA Trustee Peter Geraghty discusses social media’s impact on planning practice
Joint letter to the Secretary of State regarding the 13 December Written Ministerial Statement
This news item has been updated to include a response from Baroness Swinburne, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Housing…
Planning Inspectorate’s attempt to water down net zero buildings policies found to be unlawful
The TCPA is delighted that the High Court has quashed the Planning Inspectorate’s attempt to water down net zero buildings…
Quick office-to-housing conversions will risk residents’ health, according to new TCPA research
Blog about a national review of planning policy, building regulations and housing law under permitted development rules. It aims to…
The Government’s changes to planning will result in more poor-quality homes: TCPA response to today’s announcement
Tuesday 13 February The Government’s intention to remove the last remaining safeguards on converting commercial buildings to housing risks condemning…
How can urban planners influence the 15-minute city narrative?
Urban planners play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative around the 15-minute city concept.
TCPA welcomes Health and Social Care Select Committee Report
The TCPA welcomes today’s report, ‘Prevention in Health and Social Care: healthy places’, published by the Health and Social Care…
Press release: Planning system vital to unlock housing delivery, Government told
17 January 2024 The Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) sets out a roadmap for tackling England’s housing crisis in…
