In this episode of Talk About London, Leanne Tritton and Dave Hill's guest is Graeme Craig, the chief executive of Places for London, to discuss the evolution of Transport for London's (TfL) land management strategy. They explore the establishment of Places for London, its role in housing development, and the importance of joint ventures with commercial partners. Graeme shares insights on major projects, the shift from car parks to housing, and the significance of overstation developments. The conversation also touches on affordable housing targets, community engagement, and the challenges faced in local development plans, particularly in South Kensington and Seven Sisters. Additionally, Graeme highlights the importance of supporting small businesses and the training initiatives for construction skills, emphasizing the need for community involvement in shaping London's future.

Keywords

Transport for London, Places for London, housing development, community impact, affordable housing, joint ventures, overstation development, retail spaces, small businesses, construction skills

Takeaways

• Places for London was established to manage TfL's land more effectively.
• TfL's previous strategy of selling surplus land was changed to retain and develop it.
• Joint ventures with commercial partners are crucial for maximizing development potential.
• TfL aims to deliver affordable housing in line with mayoral objectives.
• Community engagement is essential in understanding local needs and priorities.
• Overstation developments can provide significant benefits, including student accommodation.
• The importance of branding Places for London to clarify its mission and objectives.
• TfL has achieved a 56% affordable housing target on completed sites.
• The shift from car parks to housing reflects changing priorities in London.
• Training initiatives for construction skills aim to diversify the workforce and engage communities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Places for London

01:14 The Evolution of TfL's Land Strategy

05:13 Development Partnerships and Joint Ventures

10:28 Current Projects and Future Aspirations

14:20 The Housing Crisis and Community Needs

18:52 Overstation Developments and Their Impact

22:50 The Importance of Naming and Community Engagement

27:51 Introduction to TfL Development Challenges

29:13 South Kensington Station Development

34:40 Seven Sisters Market and Community Engagement

38:28 Retail Spaces and Small Business Support

42:58 Construction Skills and Community Involvement

29:13

South Kensington Station Development

38:28

Retail Spaces and Small Business Support

42:58

Construction Skills and Community Involvement

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