Local Government

Social Value guidance launched


New guidance has been launched to help developers, planners and local authorities include Social Value in the planning process.

Public sector estate targets net zero


The Net Zero Playbook has been developed for those who manage public sector estate.

Peterborough Energy Plans to Cut Emissions


Plans for Peterborough to adopt a smart energy system have reached their halfway point, with local leaders helping celebrate

How Planning Systems have Changed in 20 Years


Tim Bartlett from West Northamptonshire Council reflects on his first days in the job implementing a new planning system

Green rules for government contracts


Green rules for companies bidding for government contracts.

£2bn Investment for Public Transport Routes


The West Midlands Metro (WMM) network is set to be extended in Walsall, Birmingham, Dudley, Sandwell and Wolverhampton

Connecting Leeds Launches Consultation


Connecting Leeds has announced that has opened a consultation on proposed improvements which will enable the transformation of City Square.

Kier Appointed to Highways Framework


Kier Highways has been awarded a place on the Bristol City Highways Asset Management and Associated Works Framework

Regeneration of Perry Barr Continues


The regeneration of Perry Barr has taken another step forward with the approval of plans for a new bus interchange.

London Cycleway Moves to Next Stage


Transport for London (TfL) has begun construction on the latest section of Cycleway 4 in Deptford, as part of a new route