Two weeks to go until we launch our vision for Climate Resilient New Towns! Join our free webinar on 23 July (2-3pm). We'll discuss how planners, developers, policy makers & communities can use this tool to advocate for exemplar, thriving new communities. Register: buff.ly/II4YVB6

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:

A substantive & broad play lens matches the aims of the government's #PrideInPlace programme extremely well. But it also has the potential to push it further, by centring questions of social, spatial & environmental justice. Guest blog by Prof Alison Stenning, Newcastle University

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

We hosted the annual New Communities Group study tour this week, with attendees learning about sustainable development across Bristol and Bath 🏠 Each year, our study tour seeks to explore practical examples of ambitious placemaking. Find out more about the tour here: buff.ly/JYRGfgI

Planning can be complicated with many terms, rules and jargon that most people do not understand. Planning Aid for London’s ‘Your Neighbourhood. Your Voice.’ guide has been produced to help people better understand the role of planning and how they can get involved. buff.ly/iPbVfe8

Join the launch our vision for a Climate Resilient New Town in this free webinar on 23 July. Following on from our 21st Century New Towns vision published last year, we ask the question 'what would a new town look like if it was designed with climate resilience at its heart?' buff.ly/II4YVB6

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are a vital tool for building resilience to climate change. The Environment Agency & the TCPA have teamed up with leading experts to develop a free e-learning module covering key principles & advice for securing high quality SuDS through planning buff.ly/7ZKqLvf

We're looking to appoint a Communications Manager to grow our profile & increase the impact of our work. At a pivotal time for planning & placemaking, this new role is an exciting opportunity to develop &implement a comms strategy for a leading campaigning charity. Find out more: buff.ly/rtDIOUl

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

What would a New Town look like if it was designed with climate resilience at its heart? We launch our vision for a Climate Resilient New Town in a free webinar on 23 July. Learn how planners, developers, policymakers & communities can advocate for exemplar new communities: shorturl.at/s17YQ

Could you be the TCPA's Communications Manager? We're looking for an experienced comms professional to grow our profile and increase the impact of our work to create sustainable and resilient places that are fair for everyone. Find out more and apply: www.tcpa.org.uk/about/work-w...

First up in the afternoon session, Gemma Hyde from @thetcpa.bsky.social asking how we create neighbourhoods that deliver the priorities that value humans and connection @cleancitiescampaign.org …15/?…

Joining the @cleancities-france.bsky.social Curious Cities Assembly afternoon session online, with @thetcpa.bsky.social's Gemma Hyde focusing in on the particular value of doorstep space for children, as well as priorities & conflicts, while giving a nod to Colin Ward and his The Child in the City.

In the last 10yrs, over half a million new homes have been built in England without adequate adaptations for increased temperatures. We must do better. Embedding health into integrated adaptation & mitigation strategies for new developments will bring significant health benefits. shorturl.at/PiNo9

Having recently been told by a stakeholder I should not canvas the opinions of children because “they don’t pay tax”, I am delighted to see this resource: bsky.app/profile/thet...

☀️Extreme heat doesn't affect everyone equally. As temperatures soar, the heatwave poses genuine risks to some of the most vulnerable people and communities. 🔗Read our previous report on the link between heatwaves and inequality, and what to do about it: fairnessfoundation.com/inequality-k...

Why does it matter that children and young people have a say in shaping places...? Check out our 'local plan plug-in' - designed to help local authority planning teams to embed the rights, needs and voices of children and young people in the built environment: buff.ly/Ze6bP3z

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

We're excited to welcome delegates to our summer conference! We'll be discussing the return of strategic planning, emerging approaches to inclusive growth & strategic housing growth in SDSs. Thanks to hosts & sponsors Pinsent Masons, Prior + Partners & the Lady Margaret Paterson Osborn Trust.

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

It's time for another dip into the TCPA Archive! 'Behind the scenes' by Jules Brown (Town & Country Planning journal 1998), argued that lesbian & gay ‘Scenes’ often do what many regeneration authorities have been unable to —create viable & vital places out of marginalised spaces: shorturl.at/dUrcb

TCPA Director of Policy, Hugh Ellis, reflects on the National Scheme of Delegation and calls on Parliamentarians to oppose the regulations laid before Parliament this month. 🗣️ New blog: www.tcpa.org.uk/national-sch...

Did you catch our Chief Exec, Katy Lock on BBC Radio 4 last week? Katy spoke to Susan Hulme on 'Today in Parliament' to discuss how key lessons from the post-war New Towns programme should inform today's NT agenda. Listen now: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... (Interview begins at 17 mins 33 seconds)

Pleased to have my “play and Pride in Place” blog shared as a guest blog by @thetcpa.bsky.social.

The government's Pride in Place’s aims to build stronger communities, create thriving places & empower people to take back control . So, where does play fit into this? In this guest blog, Professor Alison Stenning discusses the relationship between place & play www.tcpa.org.uk/not-just-pla...

Last chance to book your tickets for our Bristol & Bath study tour! Participants will hear about emerging strategic growth proposals in the region, coordination with the Mayoral Combined Authority & how infrastructure is being forward funded to support growth Book www.tcpa.org.uk/event/new-co...

💡 Systems approaches for healthy, active places (16 July 10-11am) Creating healthy places requires people & organisations to work differently across systems, roles, cultures & practices. This free webinar will include 2 case studies, w speakers from OURI, Essex & Exeter councils. shorturl.at/ZQMQp

📣 It's your very last chance to book your place on the TCPA study tour to Bristol & Bath! Our 2026 New Communities Group tour will visit the proposed New Town of Brabazon alongside large urban extensions around Bristol and Bath. 🎫 Get your ticket: www.tcpa.org.uk/event/new-co...

🎂 It's our 127th birthday! On 10 June 1899, the Garden City Association hosted its first meeting. Founded following the publication of Ebenezer Howard’s book “To-morrow: A peaceful path to real reform”, the Association worked to make Garden Cities a reality. Read our story: shorturl.at/sCxbr

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

Planning can be complicated with many terms, rules and jargon that most people do not understand. New guidance from Planning Aid for London helps people to better understand the role of planning and how they can get involved. www.tcpa.org.uk/your-neighbo...

🗣️ 'Child-friendly planning is just one more thing to think about...' Wrong! It can bring a wide array of benefits. And with our local plan plug-in, we've made it easier for local authorities to embed the rights, needs & voices of children & young people in the built environment. buff.ly/x78oEvU

From festival stalls to board games with a twist, Planning Aid for London for London has found engaging ways to demystify the planning process for Londoners. In this blog, Denean Rowe reflects on an eventful 4.5 years managing Planning Aid for London. Read the blog www.tcpa.org.uk/dont-stop-th...

⌛ Last chance to book your place at our summer conference! Ticket sales will end on Wednesday 10 June. 🗣️ TCPA Summer Conference: Strategic planning for inclusive growth 📅 Monday 22 June 📍 Central London 🎫 View the agenda and book your place: www.tcpa.org.uk/event/tcpa-s...

Two weeks to go until our Summer Conference in London on 22 June! Learn how strategic planning can drive inclusive & sustainable growth – closing gaps between places, improving health outcomes, coordinating infrastructure & shaping long‑term spatial investment

This World Environment Day, discover how planning can lead the charge in tackling #climatechange. As the UK faces more heatwaves & heavy rains, the RTPI & @thetcpa.bsky.social guide shows how strategic planning supports net zero goals & builds resilient communities. www.rtpi.org.uk/new-from-the...

#WorldEnvironmentDay2026 is all about climate action. Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) can improve climate resilience by reducing surface water flooding. The Environment Agency, the TCPA and leading experts have developed a free e-learning module on SuDS for planners: shorturl.at/1RZKO

Our annual study tour explores examples of ambitious placemaking - allowing you to speak with developers, designers, public bodies & local authority officers & explore new settlements up-close. Ahead of our visit to Bristol & Bath on 29-30 June, view highlights from previous trips shorturl.at/PcaoU

Join our free webinar on 16 July to learn how systems approaches can support healthier, more active places. With practical learning from 2 case studies - > Greater Essex Planning and Health Protocol > Exeter Council’s Sport England Place Partnership expansion programme Register

📣 Free online training for planners Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are vital for building climate resilience by helping to reduce surface water flooding. This e-learning module covers key principles & advice for securing high quality SuDS through planning www.tcpa.org.uk/new-training...

We've got a great line-up of speakers for our Summer Conference in London on 22 June! Learn how strategic planning can drive inclusive & sustainable growth – closing gaps between places, improving health outcomes, coordinating infrastructure & shaping long‑term spatial investment

We've launched a set of free, practical ‘plug-in’ materials for Local Plan policy teams. They are designed to support local planning authorities (LPAs) in England to embed the rights, needs and voices of children and young people consistently and effectively in Local Plans. buff.ly/JR30OnC

What makes the Local Plan plug-in different from other guidance on children & planning? TCPA Projects & Policy Manager Gemma Hyde explains how our new resource can help planning teams to embed the rights, needs & voices of children & young people in planning policy: www.tcpa.org.uk/resources/ch...

1 month until our summer conference on 22 June! Explore how strategic planning can actively drive inclusive & sustainable growth. 🎫 www.tcpa.org.uk/event/tcpa-s... Thanks to our hosts & sponsors Pinsent Masons & Prior + Partners for supporting this event & the Lady Margaret Paterson Osborn Trust.

This short guide highlights the design & placemaking interventions that local authorities can use to enhance the climate resilience of places. This resource is sponsored by LUC, as part of the TCPA & @rtpiplanners.bsky.social 's Climate Guide: www.tcpa.org.uk/resources/de...

The design of UK buildings hasn't kept pace with the increased risk of overheating due to climate change. This resource from our Climate Guide, published with @rtpiplanners.bsky.social, outlines how local authorities can ensure that planning supports adaptation to overheating shorturl.at/Fknd3

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-...

There's still time to get your ticket for today's webinar! 💻 Delivering employment & commercial uses in new communities Discover what's worked to deliver employment & commercial uses in new settlements inc flexible uses, local gov't intervention & colocation with anchor tenants. shorturl.at/fvUV9

Each year, our study tour explores practical examples of ambitious placemaking. Ahead of June's tour to Bristol & Bath, we look back at highlights from previous trips: shorturl.at/zC4MV