There's still time to get your free ticket to tomorrow's webinar: launching our vision for a Climate Resilient New Town. Learn how planners, developers, policy makers & communities can use this tool to advocate for exemplar new communities in which future generations can thrive. buff.ly/II4YVB6

England risks building new ‘death traps’ as experts warn of overheating crisis. Vulnerable people more at risk as research finds only half of local authority plans require cooling strategies. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

England risks building new ‘death traps’ as experts warn of overheating crisis

Vulnerable people more at risk as research finds only half of local authority plans require cooling strategies

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It's not too late to sign up to our free webinar tomorrow (Thurs 16 July, 10am) - getting practical about how to establish a systems-based approach to promoting healthy places... #HealthyActivePlaces #Placemaking #Planning www.tcpa.org.uk/event/system...

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Our free webinar on 16 July will explore how systems approaches can support healthier, more active places, with practical learning from two case studies: > Greater Essex Planning & Health Protocol > Exeter City Council's Sport England Place Partnership expansion programme Book: shorturl.at/hIWKw

The public is clear what they want to happen with Thames Water MPs are clear too. And they are standing up and demanding that the government take it into special administration. Share this if you agree with them.

Disappointing to hear that the government has delayed the release of the Leasehold Reform Bill report - this is #HCLGCommittee Chair's response: committees.parliament.uk/committee/17...

Government delays response on leasehold reform bill report - Housing Committee Chair responds - Committees - UK Parliament

The Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee has today published correspondence from Matthew Pennycook, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, which states that the Ministry of Housing...

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The UK Chief Medical Officers call physical activity a 'miracle cure' due to all the illnesses it prevents. They recommend adults aim for at least 150 mins a week. The report is a crucial reminder of the need to plan and create places to be accessible and safe for physical activity. bit.ly/4gxcNrF

Days after resigning as an MP due the furore over his gifts from crypto investors, Farage is due to speak at a crypto-backed conference. Seriously.

Farage and Truss Jamboree Backed by Crypto Lobbyists

Nigel Farage is set to headline at a right-wing event backed by a Bitcoin lobby group, amid a political furore over his ties to crypto investors. The Reform UK leader will be the star speaker at the i...

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Need a break from the heat? Cool spaces across London will welcome you in for a cool down, rest, and some respite from the sun. Find your nearest one with our Cool Spaces map:

Cool Spaces

Cool Spaces Map displays indoor venues open to all where Londoners can take respite on hot days.

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#SteveReedMP says the government are 'actively considering mandatory standards of warranties for all new build homes' and mandatory registration with the New Homes Ombudsman. Any dates for that @mhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk.web.brid.gy? #housing #quality hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/2026...

Housing Developers: Accountability - Hansard - UK Parliament

Hansard record of the item : 'Housing Developers: Accountability' on Monday 15 June 2026.

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Lovely bonus to visit Newcastle for the first time, and all the bridges, on my way to #NorthumberlandCouncil meeting about their future Local Plan, and how to design the plan to best promote people's health

On 30th June the National Scheme of Delegation was approved by a parliamentary committee: here’s why this attack on democratic planning must not be ignored:

National Scheme of Delegation: a threat to local democracy

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Overheating in blocks of flats is a problem, but it's worse if you're banned from opening the windows. Blocks undergoing cladding works need some bespoke guidance urgently: peteapps.substack.com/p/what-does-...

Our free webinar on 16 July will explore how systems approaches can support healthier, more active places, with practical learning from two case studies: > Greater Essex Planning & Health Protocol > Exeter City Council's Sport England Place Partnership expansion programme Book: shorturl.at/hIWKw

Systems approaches for healthy, active places

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Could you be our Communications Manager? We're looking to appoint an experienced comms professional to raise the profile of the TCPA’s projects, campaigns & activities. This new role is an exciting opportunity to lead strategic communications for a leading campaigning charity

Vacancy: Communications Manager

Job vacancy for a Communications Manager at the TCPA

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The #heatwave has been a stark reminder of the growing challenge of keeping our homes cool. For people living in flats converted from former office blocks and industrial buildings the challenge of overheating is even greater... #housing #health #deregulation www.tcpa.org.uk/hot-housing-...

Pretty grim that Steve Reid is trying to rush through the NPPF planning changes that will undermine local democracy before @andyburnham.bsky.social starts! @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social @mhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk.web.brid.gy inews.co.uk/news/housing...

Housing Secretary had 'curry night’ with developers who could benefit from planning rules

Pictures obtained by The i Paper show Reed sat with housing developers at a fundraising night

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Why Labour Must Learn to Love Democracy Again by @chrishinchliff.bsky.social tribunemag.co.uk/2026/07/labo...

Labour Must Learn to Love Democracy Again

In its dying days, the Starmer government is forcing through legislation that would demolish what remains of our democratic planning system.

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Clear advice on keeping a house cool from the BBC. For those living in flats keeping cool can be much harder however... www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

How to keep your yourself and your home cool in hot weather

Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.

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There's still time to support this brilliant community-led housing and mixed-use scheme in Frome: Mayday Saxonvale www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/mayday-sax...

Councillors - please join us and @globalactionplan.bsky.social at Friday's lunchtime webinar to learn about #AirPollution and how you can collaborate with your communities to deliver clean air. Friday 3rd, 12:30pm for a speedy 45 minutes! Sign up here 👇.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Local Clean Air Champions Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Join Global Action Plan and Mums for Lungs at a 45 minute webinar on Friday 3rd July to learn more about what it means to be a local clean air champion! This webinar will provide an opportunity for c...

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Interesting - councils received applications for circa 600,000 homes in 2025. If 87% were approved but we are completing around 200,000 new builds - how can anyone argue that planning is the blocker?! @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social @labouruk.bsky.social @local.gov.uk www.gov.uk/government/s...

Planning applications in England: January to March 2026 - statistical release

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Millionaires can buy influence far beyond that of voters, damaging people's faith in our democracy. That's why a donations cap matters.

Two individuals account for a third of all political donations in latest release

This week the Electoral Commission released data on political donations received in the first quarter of 2026, revealing exactly why we need a full donations cap. Of the £20.8 m

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Strategic planning unites the economy, infrastructure & environment for better health & fairer outcomes for people & place. But, this work is happening in a challenging context. So, how can we maximise the potential? On to session 2 of our Summer Conference for some answers! shorturl.at/PKeFP

This Thursday is #CleanAirDay! Stay tuned to learn about ways you can improve air quality in your community. Learn more about how air pollution affects your health at https://www.cleanairhub.org.uk/

Exciting to see @maydaysaxonvale.bsky.social have announced a Community Share Offer - aiming to bring Saxonvale, a 12-acre brownfield site in Frome, Somerset into the UK's largest community-led development... @thetcpa.bsky.social Link: maydaysaxonvale.us17.list-manage.com

Exciting to see @maydaysaxonvale.bsky.social have announced a Community Share Offer - aiming to bring Saxonvale, a 12-acre brownfield site in Frome, Somerset into the UK's largest community-led development... @thetcpa.bsky.social Link: maydaysaxonvale.us17.list-manage.com

UKRI Policy Fellowships 2026 are now open!🚨 Apply for an 18-month fellowship to work in a UK or devolved government host partner, an arm’s length body or What Works Network member, to address pressing national and global challenges. Deadline 10 September 2026: www.ukri.org/opportunity/...

Poor housing costs NHS £1.5bn every year according to the @rcotpolicyuk.bsky.social #RoyalCollegeOccupationalTherapists #HealthyHomes #Housing www.localgov.co.uk/Poor-housing...

Poor housing costs NHS £1.5bn annually, report reveals | LocalGov

Poor housing costs the NHS in England £1.5bn annually, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has revealed.

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Couldn't get a more clear signal of the insanity that is the English housing market: www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

It was Britain’s most expensive house. Why is its only resident a homeless man who lives on the porch?

2-8A Rutland Gate had jewel-encrusted bathroom suites and gold wastepaper bins in its 45 rooms, but has lain empty for years. With many people desperate for secure housing, what does the abandonment o...

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