The TCPA has set out our alternative vision for reform focused on democracy, climate change and housing delivery.
NPPF consultation responses
At the below links, you can find the Town and Country Planning Association’s (TCPA) response to the government’s 2023 consultation on reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and our initial response to the 2024 consultation.
Resources
The importance of democratic planning
Evidence from the Town and Country Planning Association for the Planning and Infrastructure Bill committee (April 2025)
News & Blog
Housing standards as a strategic determinant of health
The latest legislative changes establish housing standards and other ‘general determinants of health’ as a means to address health through strategic authorities, spatial development strategies and…
Local plan ‘plug in’ resources for child-friendly planning
Photo: Play street, Playing Out CIC The TCPA has launched a set of practical ‘plug-in’ materials for Local Plan policy…
Central government knows best.
Hugh Ellis, Director of Policy. The government has published the details of how it intends to implement the new national scheme of delegation…
