Tunbridge Wells Borough Council’s Post

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“Please don’t watch and hope vacancy gets better in your town or city centre…. be part of the solution!” – Iain Nicholson MIPM There are real, actionable solutions to address high street vacancies. Iain Nicholson MIPM shared today how one common issue—lease assignments—can keep units empty. When tenants leave before their lease ends, they’re often still responsible for the rent, leaving properties stuck in limbo , often for years. This affects 1-2 units in many places Iain has worked with, but there are ways to resolve this. When previous tenants go into administration, the challenge can be even greater. By understanding the issue in both cases and working together, communities can help unlock these spaces and revitalise their local areas.💕 Check out Iain’s posts for more on the practical steps we can take to drive positive change! His one from today in the comments 👇 #highstreetpositives #highstreet #community

Considering hiring a town planning consultant but unsure if it's worth it? Here are some key advantages: 🍃 Expertise and Local Knowledge: Navigate zoning laws and regulations effectively. 🍃 Community Satisfaction: Achieve better outcomes and community support. 🍃 Time and Cost Savings: Avoid costly mistakes and delays. 🍃 Objective Insights: Make informed decisions with professional advice. 🍃 Efficient Project Management: Ensure smooth execution from start to finish. 🍃 Community Engagement: Foster support throughout the planning process. Hiring a town planning consultant can greatly benefit your project, whether it's a new development, rezoning, or seeking expert advice. Ensure your project's success by booking a consultation with us: https://lnkd.in/gAr-F9uZ Learn more about town planning and our services: https://lnkd.in/dk9-sWpV #TownPlanning #ConsultingServices #Expertise

It's interesting how my best ideas often come to me when I'm relaxed in a comfortable environment, yet I struggle to share them in planning meetings and forums due to my reserved personality. I'm increasingly concerned about town planners missing out on new employment opportunities. I believe that SACPLAN, planning schools, and planning departments should collaborate with the Department of Labour to influence job opportunities for town planners from a strategic perspective. I strongly disagree with the notion that the Department of Rural Development, COGTA, Human Settlements, and M&E should be solely responsible for addressing issues within the town planning profession. It's crucial for the Department of Labour to be included in planning conferences, forums, and workshops to help SACPLAN create pathways for professional advancement for planners with diverse specializations. Discussing employment creation for town planners without involving the department of Labour is a missed opportunity. I refuse to see young town planners unemployed and not being advocated for#Townplanning #SACLAN #UemploymentmustFall #TownPlannersWinning.

According to the Royal Town Planning Institute, we're facing a shortfall of 15,000 planners by 2030, with only 2,000 graduates entering the field each year. 🚧 Many of our top town planners are trading the UK's grey skies for the sunshine and opportunities of Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. 🌏 With 80% of local authorities reporting planner shortages, development projects are stalling, further intensifying the UK's housing crisis. 🏠 The economic implications of this are significant—from housing availability to critical infrastructure improvements—ultimately impacting the quality of life for our communities. GKR International - Real Estate Talent Specialists is taking action by partnering with two of the UK's largest employers of town planners to attract talent back home. Our goal is to develop an environment where skilled planners can thrive and contribute to the vital development projects our country desperately needs. Are you an employer or candidate interested in joining this mission? 🤝 Get in touch with Julian Murray, Director at GKR to see how we can work together to address this planning crisis and shape a brighter future for the UK. 🌤️ Tel: 0207 048 3304 Email: jobs@gkrinternational.com #UrbanDevelopment #UKPlanning #TownPlanning #TalentAttraction #Construction #BuiltEnvironment

Considering hiring a town planning consultant but unsure if it's worth it? Here are some key advantages: 🍃 Expertise and Local Knowledge: Navigate zoning laws and regulations effectively. 🍃 Community Satisfaction: Achieve better outcomes and community support. 🍃 Time and Cost Savings: Avoid costly mistakes and delays. 🍃 Objective Insights: Make informed decisions with professional advice. 🍃 Efficient Project Management: Ensure smooth execution from start to finish. 🍃 Community Engagement: Foster support throughout the planning process. Hiring a town planning consultant can greatly benefit your project, whether it's a new development, rezoning, or seeking expert advice. Ensure your project's success by booking a consultation with us: https://lnkd.in/gmmexy2F Learn more about town planning and our services: https://lnkd.in/gddZnZ3V #TownPlanning #ConsultingServices #Expertise

Construction work has began on a £3.5million, 40,000 sq ft development of nine new business units at Calder Park, Wakefield. Marrtree Investments director William Marshall said: "As with our previous developments, such as the 70,000 sq ft Sowerby Gateway site at Thirsk, we expect demand to be high for the units at Marrtree Business Park Wakefield, with the prospect of around 100 jobs being created.” Read more: https://buff.ly/3OtRY1e #Wakefield #WestYorkshire #Yorkshire #BusinessSupport #BusinessGrowth #WakefieldBusiness #YorkshireBusiness #Construction #MarrtreeInvestments #Development #News #BusinessNews #Thirsk #Job #Jobs #JobsOpportunity

💡 Why Public Service Matters in City and Town Management 💡 As municipal managers, we are driven by a shared commitment to public service—a dedication to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. Here are a few reasons why public service is at the heart of city and town management: 1️⃣ Mission-Driven Leadership: Our work is guided by a clear mission to enhance the quality of life for residents, promote economic prosperity, and ensure the efficient delivery of essential services. 2️⃣ Community Engagement: Public service involves engaging with community members, understanding their needs and priorities, and working collaboratively to address challenges and achieve shared goals. 3️⃣ Innovation and Problem-Solving: City and town management require innovative thinking and strategic problem-solving to find creative solutions to complex issues, from infrastructure development to public safety and environmental sustainability. 4️⃣ Ethical Leadership: Public service demands integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership to build trust with residents, uphold accountability, and maintain public confidence in government institutions. 5️⃣ Legacy of Impact: Through our work in public service, we have the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy of positive change, progress, and community resilience for future generations. Join us in celebrating the meaningful impact of public service in city and town management. Together, we can continue to make a difference and build stronger, more vibrant communities across Pennsylvania. #PublicService #LocalGovernment #MunicipalManagement #CommunityImpact #EthicalLeadership

Now that we've managed to catch our breath post UKREiiF, we can report that there is STACKS of fresh content on The Planner website. To whit: News report: 🏘 Housing priorities for a new government - what the profession wants in England Features: 🗣 Take five: Interviews with five champions of public sector planning 📰 From the archives: A brief (mainly visual) history of the RTPI magazine 📽 Submitted for approval - our latest round-up of planning-related stuff across various media Opinions: 🗺 Should a new government bring back strategic planning to England? 🐣 Nicola Gooch: "The Parallels between parenthood and planning are obvious if you think about it" 💻 Steve Quartermain: "Has the profession become one of administrators controlled by the computer?" 🚲 How do we withstand the political pushback on active travel? 🏢 Liane Hartley: Ourbanism - Because we're worth it 🛍 Vicky Payne: Hope for the high street We're always putting fresh content onto the website, from news and appeal reports through to opinions, personal reflections and planning-related feature articles. It's a positive smorgasbord of planning goodness. Some is behind a paywall, much is not. Take a look: www.theplanner.co.uk #townplanning #urbanplanning #planningjournalism #placemaking #journalism