Equipping placemakers to shape a thriving and equitable city
On 15 June, in a Chatham House briefing with Future of London’s network of built environment practitioners, we discussed the recent London local election results, the implications for housing, regeneration, planning and infrastructure, and how best to work with newly elected members.
On 19 May, Future of London visited LB Waltham Forest and heard first-hand how the council is navigating some of the biggest challenges faced by the housing sector. Here we share a summary of what we found out during our two site visits and what the key lessons for the sector are.
LB Waltham Forest’s Zero Emissions Delivery (ZED) scheme not only makes local deliveries more efficient but also keeps the streets healthy. Kana Nomoto explains why ZED is a perfect example of how to implement net-zero initiatives at a local scale for long-term change.
This lively session brought together established and emerging champions across all kinds of inclusion issues to share resources, connections and strategies. Check the post and/or video for ideas and networks you can use in your own efforts!
In 2019 LB Waltham Forest was London’s first Borough of Culture. Lorna Lee, Assistant Director, Culture & Heritage, shares the highlights and challenges of WF19 and how lessons learnt from that year have informed the council’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Lea Valley is home to London’s largest opportunity areas, an extensive network of biodiverse waterways, boatloads of activities. How do they all square up?