S4 Ep21: Haringey Goes for Growth with Cllr Peray Ahmet
Leader of Haringey Council, Cllr Peray Ahmet, joins Concilio’s Account Director Siddo Dwyer for a conversation on housing, inclusive growth and estate regeneration.
In the latest episode of Concilio’s Better Places podcast, Account Director Siddo Dwyer sits down with Cllr Peray Ahmet, Leader of Haringey Council.
Since becoming Leader in 2021, Peray has overseen a shift in the borough’s trajectory: restoring confidence in housing delivery, embedding a renewed focus on inclusive growth, and retelling the story of a borough with ambition.
The conversation explores:
What it means to lead a borough post-HDV
How estate regeneration can be done with - not to – communities
How Peray’s team is tackling long-standing questions about Wood Green and employment opportunity
Haringey’s future as London Borough of Culture in 2027
Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep20: Building Harlow's Future: In conversation with Cllr Dan Swords
Leader of Harlow Council, Cllr Dan Swords, joins Concilio’s Nick Dines and Salvatore Pagdades to discuss the bold and ambitious plans for Harlow’s future.
In the latest episode of Concilio’s Better Places podcast, Managing Director Nick Dines and Account Executive Salvatore Pagdades sit down with Cllr Dan Swords, Leader of Harlow Council.
Key points discussed:
· Dan’s six ‘missions’ for the council
· Building Harlow’s Future plan - including bold town centre regeneration plans
· Harlow and Gilston Garden Town
· Harlow Growth Board and its new Chair
· Influence of Sir Frederick Gibberd’s New Town
As local government reform and a proposed Mayoral Combined Authority loom, Dan shares his views on how Harlow can lead - not be led - in shaping its next chapter.
Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep19: New Leadership, New Vision: Tom Sleigh on the Future of the City
Newly elected Chairman of the Planning and Transportation Committee at the City of London Corporation, Tom Sleigh, joins Concilio’s Associate Director Luke Tatton.
In the latest episode of Concilio’s Better Places podcast, Associate Director Luke Tatton sits down with Tom Sleigh, newly elected Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Planning and Transportation Committee.
Key points discussed:
· Fresh leadership at a pivotal time for the Square Mile
· The Draft City Plan 2040 and its focus on retrofit, sustainability and growth
· Major cultural investment, including the Barbican Renewal
· Emerging priorities in AI, urban design and inclusive public realm
· The evolving ground-floor strategy and its role in attracting workers and visitors
· Balancing historic character with a dynamic, future-facing skyline
This episode offers insight into the new leadership and vision of Tom Sleigh as the City looks to its future.
Don’t miss this conversation – listen now!
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S4 Ep18: In Conversation with Robert Sloss, CEO of Hub Living
Nick Dines speaks to the CEO of Hub about BTR, co-living and unlocking stalled sites.
On this episode of the Better Places Podcast, Concilio’s Nick Dines is joined by Robert Sloss, CEO of Hub, for a deep dive into how Build to Rent has evolved in the UK and what it takes to drive true regeneration. From transforming Maidenhead town centre to unlocking complex sites in Romford and Croydon, Robert discusses the power of institutional capital, the challenges of viability, and the future of co-living.
A must-listen for developers, planners, and anyone shaping the future of our urban centres.
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S4 Ep17: In conversation with Shaun Simons, Co-Founder of Compton
Shaun joins Concllio's Managing Director to discuss commercial real estate in the City Fringe and how Compton seeks to stand out by challenging industry norms.
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In the latest edition of the Concilio Better Places podcast, Shaun Simons, founder of Compton, joined Concilio's Managing Director Nick Dines to discuss the evolving landscape of commercial real estate in London’s city fringe.
Shaun shared insights into Compton’s journey to its current role as a leading agency specialising in vibrant, creative districts. He highlighted the challenges of making commercial property more engaging, emphasising branding, storytelling, and community integration.
The discussion covered shifting market dynamics post-COVID, the rise of flexible office spaces, and the impact of planning policies on development. Shaun also addressed the future of Canary Wharf, the oversupply of office space in certain areas, and the need for more adaptive planning strategies.
Looking ahead, Shaun explains how Compton aims to continue challenging industry norms, embrace innovation, and expand its influence in London’s commercial property sector.
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