Development
Stories, page 73
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Greenwich Seeks New Communications Director Greenwich Council is seeking a new Director of Communications and Community Engagement to lead its communication strategies and community engagement efforts, with the aim of...
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Hillingdon Libraries Aim to Boost Income with Space Hire Hillingdon Council is exploring ways to increase revenue from its library spaces by boosting business and private hire opportunities. However, the council faces challenges in...
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Hillingdon Expands Cycle Strategy with New Routes, Parking, and Training Programs Hillingdon Council is expanding its cycle strategy with new routes, increased cycle parking, and training programs across the borough. The ten-year plan, launched in September...
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Southall Community Centre Redevelopment Approved Despite Affordable Housing and Building Concerns Ealing Council's Planning Committee has approved the redevelopment of the Southall Community Centre site on Merrick Road, despite concerns about the loss of a locally listed...
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Brent Council to Improve Procurement Processes Brent Council is embarking on a significant overhaul of its procurement processes, prompted by a recent review that pinpointed key areas needing improvement. The initiative is...
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New City Court Redevelopment Approved Amid Heritage Concerns Southwark Council has approved the redevelopment of New City Court at 4-26 St Thomas Street, despite concerns raised by heritage groups about the project's impact on the Borough...
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Chambers Wharf Development Amendments Approved: Unit Numbers Reduced, Design Changes Implemented Southwark Council Approves Amendments to Chambers Wharf Development
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Timber Square Phase 2 Gets Green Light Despite Objections Southwark Council's Planning Committee has granted permission for the Timber Square Phase 2 development at 63 Ewer Street, despite objections from local groups. The decision was...
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Soho Society Objects to London Pavilion Advertisement The Soho Society has voiced its opposition to a proposal concerning The London Pavilion, 1 Piccadilly, which seeks advertisement consent for scaffolding shrouds featuring a...
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Hanover Square Redevelopment Sparks Heritage Concerns Over Impact on Mayfair Conservation Area Westminster's Planning Sub-Committee (2) convened on 22 July 2025, addressing concerns over the redevelopment of Hanover Square.
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Belgravia Forum Opposes Chester Street Basement Plan Westminster Council's Planning Sub-Committee has addressed concerns from the Belgravia Forum regarding a proposed basement excavation at 12 Chester Street. The forum voiced...
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Heritage Objections Raised Over Restaurant Loss at Victory House Westminster Council's Planning Sub-Committee convened on 22 July 2025, to review several planning applications, including concerns over a restaurant loss at Victory House and...
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Ealing Council's Your Voice Your Town Initiative Exceeds Expectations in Community Engagement Ealing Council's innovative approach to community engagement, known as Your Voice Your Town (YVYT), has exceeded initial expectations, according to a value for money report...
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Government Intervention Threatens Croydon's Transformation Plan Amid Financial Concerns Croydon's ambitious transformation plan, aimed at overhauling the council into a more efficient and resident-centred organisation, faces potential disruption as the government...
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Haunton Street Extension Denied Over Light Concerns A Kensington and Chelsea planning application for a rear extension at 70 Haunton Street has been turned down by the Planning Applications Committee, citing concerns over the...
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Newham Population Soars: ONS Data Shows 36,000 Increase Since 2021 New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) indicate a significant population surge in Newham, with an estimated 36,000 new residents since 2021. The data,...
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Lambeth Council to Cut Senior Leadership, Save £1 Million Lambeth Council is set to reduce its senior leadership team, a move projected to save the authority £1 million annually. The decision comes as the council grapples with...
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Wandsworth Flats Plan Approved Despite Affordable Housing Concerns Wandsworth Council's Planning Applications Committee has approved a proposal to reconfigure flats at 150a-170 Penwith Road, sparking concerns over the reduction of affordable...
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Wandsworth Residents Object to Blenkarne Road Extension Plan, Committee Approves Despite Concerns Wandsworth residents have voiced strong objections to a proposed extension at 7 Blenkarne Road, citing concerns over character, amenity, and heritage. The Planning Applications...
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Hanworth Forum Addresses Fly-Tipping Costs, Green Space Development, and Local Issues Hanworth residents voiced concerns about fly-tipping costs and the use of green spaces at the Hanworth Area Forum meeting on 21 July 2025.