Replacing Section 106 contributions with a single community infrastructure levy could severely impact the delivery of discounted homes, according to Rob Loughenbury, director of strategy at Onward Homes.
Hosted by Place North West senior reporter Dan Whelan, this podcast delves into the implications of scrapping S106, and the continued politicisation of the planning system, and offers up solutions that might better support the affordable housing sector.
Find out more about Onward Homes: onward.co.uk
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Before dusting off his golf clubs, the outgoing chief executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority sat down with Place deputy editor Dan Whelan to reflect on the seismic role he has played in the growth of the city region.
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Interview with Eamonn Boylan after 42 years in public service | Place North Podcast

The property industry thinks Labour's manifesto may be hard to deliver, if Angela Rayner's recent UKREiiF speech is any guide. Place North analysis editor David Thame digs into new towns, leasehold reform, and Grey Belt. Plus: Levelling up in Doncaster.
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Hopes are not exactly high for the property sector under Labour. Here’s why | The Subplot

Welcome to May, a month where the Northern property market is focussed on revenue as the half-year approaches. Place North analysis editor David Thame looks into why revenue is dominating investor mindsets. Plus: mayoral elections and Liverpool entertainment.
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Why revenue matters more than ever | The Subplot

A fortune awaits the bold and the brave who are ready to face the monsters endangering the property market. Place North analysis editor David Thame digs into where the opportunity lies - and what pitfalls face our heroes. Plus: a look at Northern economies and Sunderland's high streets.
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Slaying real estate dragons | The Subplot

Blackstone's mega data centre has risen from the ashes of BritishVolt's Northumberland dreams. Place North analysis editor David Thame explores the stalling EV revolution and what that means for the push for data centres. Plus: good news all around for Leeds offices and Newcastle BTR.
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What policy reform could mean for affordable housing | Place Podcast

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