Council cites planning service success in response to housing secretary criticising four-day working week arrangement Submitted by daniel on Thu, 06/11/2025 - 13:18 Picture Image A local authority has cited improvements to its planning service in response to the communities secretary expressing “deep disappointment” with elements of its performance following its move to a four-day working week. by Alex King Sign in to continue Sign in Email address Password Stay signed in Register for limited access Not Ready to subscribe just yet? Read more about Council cites planning service success in response to housing secretary criticising four-day working week arrangementAdd new comment
The planning track record and promises of new housing secretary Steve Reed Submitted by daniel on Mon, 08/09/2025 - 14:32 Picture Image The former environment secretary and shadow communities secretary last year described the planning system as “too restrictive, slow and uncertain” and has reportedly pledged to “move on to the next stage in unleashing one of the biggest eras of building in our country’s history”. by Samantha Eckford Sign in to continue Sign in Email address Password Stay signed in Register for limited access Not Ready to subscribe just yet? Read more about The planning track record and promises of new housing secretary Steve ReedAdd new comment
Steve Reed appointed new housing secretary Submitted by daniel on Fri, 05/09/2025 - 18:34 Picture Image The former environment secretary has been appointed secretary of state for housing following Angela Rayner’s resignation earlier today, it has been confirmed. by Samantha Eckford Sign in to continue Sign in Email address Password Stay signed in Register for limited access Not Ready to subscribe just yet? If you haven't already, register your details to planning and unlock 1 article every 90 days. Perfect for those who are thinking about subscribing but want to see what the content looks like first Read more about Steve Reed appointed new housing secretaryAdd new comment