Why better placemaking starts at land valuation: Lessons from Ensleigh and Mulberry Park in Bath
The TCPA’s Jeanette Aves reflects on key lessons from the 2026 New Communities Group Study Tour visit to Bath. The
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NPPF creates hooks for progressive outcomes, but where is the vision?
The TCPA reflects on some positive changes in the new new NPPF while highlighting some priorities for
What if every housing development planned 50 years ahead? – Reflections from Brabazon
The TCPA’s Jeanette Aves reflects on key lessons from the 2026 New Communities Group Study Tour visit to
What does it take to make play possible everywhere?
Playday 2026 The Playday 2026 theme is Play: here, there, everywhere. It celebrates playful moments, everyday
What’s good for children, is good for all of us
Reflections from day one of the Curious Cities Assembly Even a heatwave couldn’t bring down the
National Scheme of Delegation: a threat to local democracy
TCPA Director of Policy Dr. Hugh Ellis reflects on the approval of the National Scheme of Delegation On the 30th of
Don’t Stop (thinking about planning)!
For the past four and a half years, Denean Rowe has managed Planning Aid for London, the support service for
Hot Housing: Why is the government still permitting overheated office conversions?
Research by UCL Bartlett School of Planning has found nearly half of residents in deregulated Permitted Development
How a study tour can boost inspiration and innovation
How do you create a real community? A community where residents feel pride in their neighbourhoods and can live healthy
Housing standards as a strategic determinant of health
The latest legislative changes establish housing standards and other ‘general determinants of
Fiona Howie: final reflections
Anyone who has ever been involved in an annual appraisal will appreciate it can be difficult to remember what you have
The benefits of ‘blue spaces’ in healthy place-making
Jack Boreham explores how blue infrastructure can benefit people and nature Supporting wellbeing Evidence shows that
