The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) responded to the government’s announcement of its long-term plan for towns, which will see 55 towns receiving long-term investment.
Victoria Hills, Chief Executive of the Royal Town Planning Institute, said:Â âThe Governmentâs announcement of Town Boards shows a welcome focus on local communities having a direct say on the future of their areas. It amplifies the importance of place-making in providing economic, societal and community well-being. A subject in which our members are experts.
âWe would argue strongly that local planning authorities with their intimate knowledge of the towns they serve should be invited to join these boards to provide their professional knowledge and to ensure their success.
âWe also offer our support to the Towns and High Streets Taskforce to provide an expert voice from the planning profession. Our recently published âPlanifesto 2024â highlights the need to unleash the power of planning as it is one of the sharpest tools available to local government, local leaders and communities to positively shape their futures.â
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