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S4 Ep13: Shaping the Square Mile: Shravan Joshi on City plan 2040, planning and what’s next
Chairman of the Planning and Transportation Committee at the City of London Corporation, Shravan Joshi, joins Concilio’s Account Director Luke Tatton for a deep dive into the Square Mile’s future. In the latest episode of Concilio’s Better Places podcast, Account Director Luke Tatton sits down with Shravan Joshi, Chairman of the Planning and Transportation Committee at the City of London Corporation, for a deep dive into the Square Mile’s future – providing insight into emerging policy, digital planning, and the next generation of talent and investment. Shravan also discusses what’s next for the Planning and Transportation Committee and his role following the end of his tenure as Chairman. Key points discussed: The recent City of London Corporation Common Council elections The ambitions of City Plan 2040 Digital planning initiatives How sustainability, culture, and infrastructure will shape the years ahead Balancing Development with Heritage This episode offers insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the City of London as it looks ahead to 2040. Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep12: Wimbledon Quarter: How Romulus Created a Thriving, Mixed-Use Destination
Alex Woolf, COO of Romulus, on reimagining a former shopping centre for a new era of local living, leisure and flexible working. In this episode of the Better Places podcast, Concilio’s Managing Director, Nick Dines, sits down with Alex Woolf, Chief Operating Officer at Romulus, to explore how the team turned the struggling Centre Court shopping centre into Wimbledon Quarter - a thriving, community-focused destination. Alex shares the vision behind the transformation, from bringing in new uses like co-working, leisure and independent F&B, to building local partnerships and even launching a rooftop mushroom farm. With footfall rising and new tenants thriving, Wimbledon Quarter is a case study in long-term regeneration that puts people and place first. Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep11: A Powerhouse of Progress: Cllr Dominic Twomey on Delivering Homes, Jobs, and Hope in Barking & Dagenham
Leader of Barking & Dagenham Council, Cllr Dominic Twomey joins Concilio’s Account Director Siddo Dwyer to discuss how bold, community-focused leadership is transforming one of London's most dynamic boroughs. In the latest episode of Concilio’s Better Places podcast, Account Director Siddo Dwyer is joined by Cllr Dominic Twomey, Leader of Barking & Dagenham Council, to discuss how bold, community-oriented leadership is transforming this dynamic outer-London borough. Dominic Twomey, a local resident turned council leader, is steering the borough through an unprecedented regeneration programme - delivering 50,000 homes and 20,000 jobs by 2037. In this insightful conversation, Dominic reveals: How Barking & Dagenham became London's leading borough in affordable housing delivery, providing 1 in 5 of the capital's new council-built affordable homes. The strategic role of Be First, the borough's pioneering regeneration company, driving investment, innovation, and growth. How Dominic balances rapid development in places like Beam Park and Barking Riverside with inclusive growth and tackling child poverty. His vision for the future—including the borough’s exciting new Film Studio Quarter, bringing creativity and investment to the area. This conversation is essential listening for anyone involved in London’s planning, housing, or regeneration sectors. Dominic’s practical insights highlight how effective leadership can deliver genuine community benefits alongside ambitious growth. Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep10: Yes in My Back Yard: How Labour YIMBYs Chris Worrall & Eve McQuillan Plan to Solve the Housing Crisis
In this must-listen episode of Concilio’s Better Places Podcast, Siddo Dwyer is joined by Chris Worrall and Eve McQuillan from Labour YIMBY, leading voices pushing for transformative housing policy within the Labour Party. With Britain's housing system in crisis, Chris—a prominent housing policy expert—and Eve, who formerly led planning in Tower Hamlets, share their insights into how Labour can become the party of homebuilding, breaking down barriers to deliver genuinely affordable homes. They discussed: The urgent need for planning reform to unlock stalled developments and overcome political gridlock. Practical solutions inspired by successful international models—including density bonuses, municipal land managers, and innovative financing methods. Eve’s experience navigating housing challenges at local authority level, including complex estate regeneration and the cladding crisis. Strategies to manage rapid development sustainably, ensuring that cultural and nightlife spaces are protected and vibrant communities thrive. If you’re involved in planning, housing policy, local government, or simply passionate about solving Britain’s housing shortage, this conversation provides fresh, practical ideas you won’t want to miss.
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S4 Ep9: Cllr Stephen Cowan: Hammersmith and Fulham’s Industrial Strategy
In this episode, we are joined by Councillor Stephen Cowan, leader of Hammersmith and Fulham Council. Stephen shares his journey from being first elected in 1998 to leading the council through significant transformations. He discusses the borough's industrial strategy, the collaboration with Imperial College, and the council's commitment to delivering better value for residents. Tune in to hear about the innovative approaches that have positioned Hammersmith and Fulham as a global tech hub and the efforts to ensure inclusive growth for the community.
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