Rebuilding trust with honesty
To rebuild trust, we need to make the conversation about housing targets more accessible and be honest with people –…
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The question of public trust: blogs
The TCPA has always been committed to a democratic planning system which reflects the rights of communities to shape their…
Planning reform must increase, not hinder, the supply of genuinely affordable homes
The government’s Planning Bill is expected to offer an al a carte menu, but if it takes forward the proposals…
Can historic buildings lead the fight against climate change?
People are drawn to old buildings. They provide meaningful connections to the past, add character to our streets, and make…
Fairness in Planning?
It is 21 months since an application from Miller Homes was put forward to build on Sheep Ings Farm field…
Beyond beauty: the case for co-creation and Civic Art
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us all to reflect on the benefits and shortcomings of our homes and neighbourhoods, and on…
TCPA Responds to Queen's Speech
For Immediate Release: ‘we need the built environment to support communities to thrive’ says TCPA In response to the inclusion…
Last chance for action on climate change
In an unprecedented joint-submission, a coalition of environmental and social charities and NGOs are demanding much greater action from government…
One of the most important icons of Britain’s working-class heritage is under threat
Please help us save the most hopeful building in Britain! The Church of St Andrews, Barrow Hill in Derbyshire will…
‘It’s time for a new philosophy of planning – ‘civic art'', says TCPA
The Town & Country Planning Association (TCPA) has called for a new philosophy of planning based on ‘civic art’ to…
Rebuilding Trust?
As we hit the end of the Planning White Paper consultation who is listening and what needs to happen next? …
Last chance to unite on climate action
The TCPA has produced many blogs over the last six months about why the Government’s planning reform agenda is taking…
