Urban Forecast Podcast

How do you plan for the next 20 years while preserving over 2000 years of history? In the next episode of Urban Forecast by Ackroyd Lowrie, Shravan Joshi MBE, Chair of the Planning and Transportation Committee at the City of London Corporation, shares how the Vision 2040 framework is redefining sustainability, urban growth, and heritage in the Square Mile. 🎙️ Expect insights on: ✅ The rise of retrofit-first policies ✅ Green finance driving sustainable developments ✅ Why balancing history and innovation is key for global cities 👀 Stay tuned for this must-listen episode - launching soon! #UrbanForecast #FutureOfCities #Vision2040 #Sustainability #UrbanPlanning

What happens when bold political leadership meets the housing challenges of our time? 💡 In not one, but two episodes of Urban Forecast by Ackroyd Lowrie, we welcome Jack Shaw, councillor at London Borough of Barking and Dagenham and senior advisor at Labour Together, and Anthony Okereke, leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, for an in-depth look at the housing crisis, Labour’s reaction to the budget, and the ambitious 1.5 million homes target. 📌 Episode 46: Jack Shaw and Anthony Okereke break down Labour’s bold reaction to Rachel Reeves’ budget, discussing what it means for housing, infrastructure, and urban development. Together, they share powerful insights into how councils can deliver on the 1.5 million homes target while balancing financial challenges. 📌 Episode 47: A solo spotlight on Jack Shaw, exploring innovative solutions for temporary accommodation, local government finance, and why strong leadership is essential for sustainable urban growth. 👀 Whether you’re curious about Labour’s plans, council-led innovations, or the real-world challenges of delivering housing, these episodes are packed with insights that matter. 🎧 Listen now, links are in the comments #UrbanForecast #HousingCrisis #LabourPolicy #Leadership #FutureOfCities #Sustainability

🏘️ Is local leadership the key to solving the housing crisis?  🎙️ This week, Jack Shaw, councillor at London Borough of Barking and Dagenham and senior advisor at Labour Together, joins us to break down the biggest challenges facing urban housing. From the moral imperative to build homes to navigating the financial realities of local government, this is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of our cities. What’s inside this episode? ✅ Can councils balance their budgets while delivering new homes? ✅ Why temporary accommodation is a crisis we can’t ignore ✅ How innovative local leadership is reshaping urban housing 👀 Tune in now to hear what’s next for housing in the UK! 🎧 Links to the full episode are in the comments #UrbanForecast #HousingPolicy #FutureOfCities #Leadership #Sustainability

🏘️ THE HOUSING CRISIS - SOLVED? 🏘️ Our latest episode of Urban Forecast by Ackroyd Lowrie is here – and it’s a must-listen! 🎙️ This week, Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, and Jack Shaw, Senior Advisor at Labour Together and Councillor for London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, take us behind the scenes of the housing debate, sharing bold strategies to tackle the biggest urban challenges of our time. What’s inside this episode? ✅ Can councils really deliver 1.5 million homes in 5 years? ✅ The surprising impact of zero-carbon homes on household bills ✅ Why temporary accommodation is a crisis no one’s talking about ✅ Rachel Reeves’ budget: Labour’s bold vision for housing and infrastructure – and what it means for local councils. 👀 What does the future of our cities look like under Labour’s plans? Tune in now to find out! 🎧 Links to the podcast in the comments #UrbanForecast #HousingPolicy #FutureOfCities #Leadership #Sustainability

🚨 Coming Soon 🚨 What does it take to lead a council through a housing crisis? How can we balance bold development with public trust? 🤔 In this week’s Urban Forecast by Ackroyd Lowrie, we welcome Anthony Okereke, leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, and Jack Shaw, Senior Advisor at Labour Together and Councillor for London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Together, they unpack the challenges and opportunities in tackling the housing crisis, sharing powerful insights on regeneration, sustainability, and the critical decisions shaping our cities’ futures. 🎙️ Here’s a taste of what to expect: 🗝 The moral case for building homes 🌳 How sustainable housing combats poverty 📈 Why public-private collaboration is key 🎙️ Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation – launching soon! #UrbanForecast #FutureOfCities #Sustainability #HousingCrisis #Leadership

🚀 New Episode Live! 🚀 The National Planning Policy Framework: A Game-Changer? Dive into the latest episode of #UrbanForecast with guest Danielle St Pierre MRTPI, as we explore the ambitious housing targets, grey belt development, and the groundbreaking brownfield passport initiative. In this must-listen episode, Danielle breaks down the new policies that are reshaping the UK’s urban landscape. Key topics: 🔶 The role of green belt regulations and how the “grey belt” could unlock affordable housing. 🔶 Five-year land supply challenges and what they mean for local authorities. 🔶 Game-changing insights on sustainable development and retrofitting policy. Check out the full episode and get ready to see urban planning through a new lens! #UrbanPlanning #SustainableDevelopment #HousingTargets #UrbanForecast #CityGrowth

🎙 Sneak Peek Alert! 🎙 Are you up-to-date on the new planning reforms shaking up the UK? In this episode of #UrbanForecast, we sit down with Danielle St Pierre MRTPI, co-founder of Hybrid Planning & Development, as she breaks down everything you need to know about the latest National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) changes. 👉 From grey belt development opportunities to the pressures of the five-year housing land supply, Danielle dives deep into the policies reshaping urban growth. Don’t miss her insights into how brownfield regeneration and planning flexibility are set to transform our cities. Ready to rethink the future of our cities? 🌆 #UrbanPlanning #BrownfieldDevelopment #HousingPolicy #FutureOfCities #UrbanRegeneration

We’re thrilled to release our latest episode of Urban Forecast, featuring Mark Baigent, Corporate Director of Regeneration and Culture at Redbridge Council. In this insightful conversation, we cover:  🔘 The evolution of council-led housing delivery  🔘 Key lessons in regeneration projects  🔘 How political alignment drives successful urban development  🔘 Financial strategies that make housing projects viable Whether you're an urban planner, policymaker, or just curious about the future of housing, this episode is packed with actionable insights from one of the industry's leading voices. Listen now 👂 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/emKv5S9C Spotify: https://lnkd.in/efcKKTx3 #UrbanDevelopment #HousingPolicy #CityPlanning #Regeneration #UrbanForecast

Exciting things are brewing on the next episode of Urban Forecast! We sat down with Mark Baigent, Corporate Director of Regeneration and Culture at Redbridge Council, diving into the challenges and opportunities in housing delivery and urban regeneration. From council-led building programs to navigating the complexities of political and financial frameworks, Mark brings decades of expertise to the conversation. Stay tuned for insights on how councils are shaping the future of urban living and what it takes to deliver large-scale housing projects in today’s cities.  Don’t miss it - the episode is being released soon!  #UrbanRegeneration #HousingDelivery #CityPlanning #UrbanForecast

📣 Our latest podcast is now live 🎧 In the third episode of our Co-Living series, we’re joined by Damien Sharkey, Managing Director of HUB. Damien shares his unique journey from architect to developer and how HUB is reimagining and repurposing urban spaces to create high-quality homes for sharers and renters. ◼ Curious about how his early experiences in a family joinery business shaped his passion for architecture? ◼ Want to learn about groundbreaking projects like the UK's first institutionally funded build-to-rent scheme? ◼ Interested in how existing buildings can be reimagined as Co-Living homes? Tune in for valuable insights into the future of urban living! 👇Links to the full episode are in the comments 👇