Training for the Ford RideLondon continues despite the storm

A slow 3hrs not helped by strong winds & only managed to fall off once (cleats 😅😜)
I managed 30miles before bailing out at Epping

I'm riding for Parkinson's UK find out more 👇
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While supporting the government's ambition to build more homes on brownfield land, Royal Town Planning Institute has warned that new schemes must be closely monitored to make sure homes are not of poor quality or that the developments are poorly planned developments. theplanner.co.uk/2024/04/02/bro…

Great piece from Victoria Hills MRTPI touching on the importance of new guidance on Chief Planning Officers in Scotland…

BLOG: 'In a world of uncertainty and rapid change, the value of professional, qualified planners cannot be overstated.'

RTPI Chief Executive Victoria Hills MRTPI writes about the need to invest in planners.

Read more:

rtpi.org.uk/blog/2024/apri…

I was pleased to attend the inaugural Office for Place and join productive discussions on delivering better places
Royal Town Planning Institute

The RTPI is asking planners to share what works in BNG implementation.

You can help inform the profession by sending case studies of good practice or sharing your experiences of what is and isn’t working using our ongoing survey.

Find out more:

rtpi.org.uk/policy-and-res…

Happy #BankHolidayMonday !
A treasured day off work = time to train for #RideLondon Ford RideLondon

I managed 1.5 hours out in the beautiful Essex rolling hills, with clear views of the City ❤️🤩

I'll be riding for Parkinson's UK & you can find out more here:
2024fordridelondon.enthuse.com/pf/victoriahil…

On 19 March 2024 the Office for Place held its first conference, in our new home of Stoke-on-Trent. A week on from the day, we wanted to share some details on the event, alongside some reflections from our chair, Nicholas Boys Smith.

#PlacesAtPace

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#ICYMI #GoodMorningX sunrise is back!
Beautiful start to the day #6AM
#HaveABrightDay

Many congratulations to all those who have passed the Assessment of Professional Competence and are Chartered Members of the RTPI.

As recognition we have invited all elected members to a celebratory event in their region or nation. Look out for the invite in your welcome email.

Greater Manchester Combined Authority Adoption follows extensive public consultation and examination by Greater Manchester Combined Authority and is a good example of how #strategicplanning is possible within the existing planning framework. 3/3

Greater Manchester Combined Authority The planning team in Greater Manchester worked on a comprehensive joint development plan for new homes, jobs and #sustainable growth in the area. 2/3

It was excellent to join President Lindsey Richards to meet with Greater Manchester Combined Authority and offer our congratulations 🎊 for the adoption of this important plan
Royal Town Planning Institute RTPI North West Region

The Office for Place are recruiting!

You can view the roles here:
gov.uk/government/new…

The Young Planners Forum of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners is celebrating the achievements of RTPI VP Helen Fadipe.

Hear about Helen's journey in planning and her role in the Institute.

RTPI members are encouraged to register:
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Good to learn more about the Office for Place Office for Place which has been set up to help local authorities improve the places we live and work in. Good quality design and customer satisfaction is at the heart of what good local builders are all about FMB: Master Builders Victoria Hills MRTPI

Good morning from #Manchester !

Busy day ahead with 2nd Royal Town Planning Institute #GeneralAssembly of yr with President Lindsey Richards

What better way to start the day than a soggy jog along the beautiful Canal & River Trust
Just me, ducks & a football stadium 🫠

This is true, and Victoria Hills MRTPI is 100% right. We need to demystify good design so that anyone can understand and help deliver it.

#Planners come in all shapes & sizes...their expertise specialisms are varied & that's what makes for great interdisciplinary teams.
There is an important role for Office for Place to play in helping professionals to navigate the complex design landscape & I'm excited for the future 😊

The first session of the day at #PlacesAtPace - ‘The Role of the Office for Place’ with Nicholas Boys Smith, Victoria Hills MRTPI, Suzanne Kochanowski and Paul Monaghan of AHMM