All new towns articles
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CommentWhy it’s so important to change the public perception of new towns
Only large-scale developments can offer enough investment for the major new infrastructure that people want and need, but we must work hard to take those people with us, writes Brian Yates at Stantec
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NewsNew towns programme needs minister with ‘sufficient rank’ to ensure cross-departmental support
Lord Gascoigne says current setup not strong enough
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CommentRegeneration of overlooked communities alongside new towns will be vital if UK is to hit homebuilding target
Only by adopting an ambitious, long-term mindset and working in partnership will we manage to build those 1.5 million homes, writes Sir Michael Lyons, chair of the New Towns Taskforce
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NewsThree new town schemes to begin this parliament, promises housing secretary
Steve Reed’s commitment comes as the government’s taskforce reveals its 12 recommendations for new town locations
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NewsNew towns programme needs dedicated minister and infrastructure-first approach, say Lords
Built Environment Committee publishes preliminary findings of inquiry
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CommentHere’s how we can deliver the right homes in the right places
As the government sets out plans for 12 new towns, recent visits to Nansledan highlight the importance of high-quality design, placemaking, and long-term stewardship. Hugh Petter argues that the best outcomes will come from a legacy development model—where landowners retain an active role—rather than speculative land sales. To deliver genuinely ...
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NewsWork on first new towns to ‘start within four years’ says Pennycook as 100 proposals submitted
Matthew Pennycook says new towns to contribute to government’s 1.5 million-homes housing target