Why Councils Go Bust
Back when I was an elected Member at Wandsworth I can recall the two big things which made everyone…
If we want more homes we need to simplify viability testing
For those returning from MIPIM, a blog on development viability testing may not be considered conducive to recovery. However, it…
Middle market crunch
We’re now in a binary residential market. The industry can either build for the rich or it can build…
Homeownership – An invite to the party
As the Westminster machine chug towards the next general election, it remains to be seen whether the penny will…
Time for small sites to realise their potential
The Levelling Up & Regeneration Bill has not had a smooth ride. The Government has been rocked by a…
We need a mid-rise revolution
Urban densification is often confused by some to mean more towers coming to every neighbourhood with a housing requirement. …
Gove’s Levelling Up requires smart thinking and planning change
The Levelling Up White Paper is starting to sink in and for many it is still perceived to be…
A 14% cut in planning services won’t help solve housing shortage
You hear developers often complain about the quality of the planning service. These complaints are usually matched by local…
Are we being level headed on levelling up?
The authors of the Levelling Up White Paper clearly enjoy a bit of history in their spare time. We…
Cold months but red hot inflation will be a headache for housing
Winter is here and with it some bracing economic conditions with CPI measured inflation hitting 4.2% in December. This…
