We are an impartial cross-party platform that facilitates robust discussions on policy, aiming to bridge the gap between the commercial sector and governmental entities at various levels, including national, combined authorities, and local government with the aim of reforming planning and boosting housing supply across all tenures.
Latest updates
Roundtable with the Housing Ombudsman
with Richard Blakeway
The PLG’s recent roundtable meeting with Richard Blakeway, the Housing Ombudsman, emphasised the strategic role of complaints in revealing organisational culture, managing risks, and fostering continuous improvement for social housing. Blakeway highlighted the integration of new statutory powers under the Social Housing Regulation Act and shared insights from casework, including the disproportionate number of complaints from London.
Roundtable on Planning Appeals
with Rebecca Phillips, Professional Lead for Planning Appeals at the Planning Inspectorate
The PLG held a roundtable meeting featuring insights from Rebecca Phillips, theProfessional Lead for Planning Appeals at the Planning Inspectorate. The session, attended by various stakeholders, delved into critical issues such as the impact of recent government changes on the appeals process, challenges faced by local authorities, and strategies for improving planning outcomes.
Roundtable on Social Housing
with Fiona MacGregor, Chief Executive & Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing
The PLG’s recent roundtable meeting with Fiona MacGregor and Jonathan Walters, Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing, provided a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and challenges within the social housing sector.
Roundtable on Later Living
with James Lloyd – Director of Policy & Communications, ARCO John Collyns – Executive Director, Retirement Villages Association (NZ) Prof. Les Mayhew – Professor of Statistics, Bayes Business School
The PLG’s roundtable on Later Living brought together key stakeholders to discuss the
pressing issues and potential solutions in older people’s housing. The meeting, chaired by
Sir Gary Streeter MP, featured insights from experts including Prof. Les Mayhew, James
Lloyd, John Collyns, and others, who explored the challenges of downsizing, the benefits of
retirement villages, planning system reforms, and the necessity for government leadership
in supporting the sector.
Roundtable on Planning and Environmental Regulations
with Alan Law – Deputy Chief Executive, Natural England
The latest PLG meeting hosted Alan Law, Deputy Chief Executive of Natural England, for
an insightful discussion on the careful balance between environmental protection and
development. The meeting emphasised the necessity for strategic, collaborative, and
innovative solutions.
Roundtable on the Competition and Markets Authority’s Housing Market Study
Roundtable on the Competition and Markets Authority’s Housing Market Study
The meeting exploring the recently published Housing Market Study by the CMA shed light on critical housing sector challenges. From housing supply shortages to affordability concerns and the impact of planning regulations, stakeholders engaged in a comprehensive exploration of pertinent issues. The dialogue, inclusive of perspectives from SMEs, national developers, housing associations, and local authorities, emphasised the need for collaborative solutions to address the multifaceted dynamics of the housing market and delivery mechanisms. The discussion also ventured into the impact of private management of public amenities on housing estates.
Roundtable on Planning Reform – Recent developments and future outlooks
Recent developments and future outlooks with Baroness Taylor Shadow Levelling Up, Housing, Communities and Local Government Spokesperson
The PLG convened a meeting hosting Baroness Taylor for a roundtable discussion delving into housing and the current state of the planning system, with a particular focus on recent developments under the current Government and changes that could be implemented should the Labour Party form the next Government. Specifically, the meeting explored Labour’s vision for new towns as a driving force for housing delivery and placemaking, as well as provision for affordable housing, a strategic review of the greenbelt, and innovation in the development sector.
Our Mission
We aim to revolutionise the housing landscape by advocating for a dynamic and effective policy environment and planning system. We are committed to boosting housing supply with a diverse range of high-quality homes across all tenures by working to streamline the housing delivery process and promoting accessibility and affordability.
Our Vision
A future where strategic planning unleashes the construction of over 300,000 homes annually, offering everyone the freedom to choose tenure, quality, and affordability.
