Local Government

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

Metro Mayor Announces £30m Boost


Steve Rotheram, Metro Mayor of LCR has announced that up to £30 million in funding is being made available for urban development in the area.

Developer Engages with Council Over Flats


Brewster Bye Architects has submitted plans to Leeds City Council to redevelop a vacant site on Merrion Street in the city in student flats

Reducing Water Poverty Through Retrofitted Water Flow Regulators


Caroline Gray-Mason will explore what councils and social housing providers can be doing to help lower the water bills of their residents