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Author: Mike Lightfoot

Iconic Richmond retail landmark set for new lease of life

London-based developer Canadian and Portland has been granted planning approval for a...

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Is new Hammersmith Bridge a bridge too far?

A plan for a temporary Hammersmith Bridge has been proposed and is awaiting approval from...

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Crossrail to start Trial Running

Crossrail has announced that it plans to bring the Elizabeth Line into passenger service as soon...

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New strides at Mitcham’s Corner

Plans for the redevelopment of this Cambridge landmark have been approved at the planning...

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Richmond potholes melt away in thermal trial

A new process for repairing roads using cutting edge thermal technology is being trialled from the...

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‘Build, build, build’ the Twickenham to Ham footbridge

A week after being contacted by the Government, Richmond Council has put together a £20m bid for...

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Cars to be removed from Twickenham Riverside

A consultation outlining the Council’s proposals on how it will make part of Twickenham Riverside...

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Richmond clear the air with residents

Two key changes to the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames Council (LBRUT) planning policy come...

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The Old Vinyl Factory plays a winning tune to planners

The final residential phase of U+I’s masterplan at The Old Vinyl Factory has received unanimous...

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Hounslow planning team reflects on busy programme

Before the impact of COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown in the UK, the Hounslow Planning team...

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West London Orbital takes shape

Progress has been made towards making the West London Orbital (WLO) line a strong possibility. The...

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Wider paths and cleaner air in West London

Across West, London steps are being taken by Councils to deal with the impact of the retreat from...

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£1.3 billion West London Super Hub approved

The planning application for HS2’s west-London super hub, Old Oak Common, was approved by the Old...

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Chiswick marches on with new Thames “bodpave” bridge.

The implementation of Dukes Meadows masterplan focusing on improving the public realm and...

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Brentford’s Cycleway 9 to be accelerated

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Kahn, has announced the launch of Streetspace to overhaul London’s...

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Full time called on Teddington playing fields battle

Following a four year battle, the Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State has, on the 30th...

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TFL’s Big Task – a major boost for West London

Transport For London (TFL) has been tasked to deliver over 10,000 homes by the Mayor of London and...

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The Harlesden Framework- Re-generation for modern times

The Harlesden Framework is a finalist in this year’s Planning Award ‘for fostering a...

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The Brentford Community Stadium – a new season awaits.

Jon Varney, the new Brentford FC CEO, told supporters in a recent Q&A that he would not be...

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Going Virtual: Brave New World for planning departments

The first-ever partially virtual Prime Ministers Questions was held today in the Houses of...

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HS2- the work commences

On April 15th 2020, following on from the Oaktree Review and the Government’s decision to carry...

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Verdo, Kew Bridge by Ecoworld release more First Buy homes

Verdo, Kew Bridge was launched for sale back in November 2019 by Ecoworld, in their home city of...

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The Union of West London

Once again, the Grand Union Canal is bringing change of industrial proportions to the communities...

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Richmond upon Thames College at the forefront of college development

Richmond upon Thames College has committed to an £80m second phase extension of its campus in...

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Richmond residents sign up for 20 new Bike Hangars

Richmond council asked residents in 2019 if they wanted Bike Hangars installed in their street. An...

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Old Oak Common Station designs seeking planning approval

HS2 Ltd has revealed plans for the London super hub at Old Oak Common.The new station is expected...

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Portal way continues proposed transformation with a new hotel and more

Portal Way, the former Carphone Warehouse and LOVEFiLM International site is undergoing a major...

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The Stag Brewery, Mortlake, close to the finish line

A massive mixed-use scheme including 730 new homes, has been approved for the site of the former...

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Durston House School approved but no Blue Peter Badge

Ealing council gave approval for the Durston House School controversial redevelopment of it’s...

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Cycleway 9 – Connecting Brentford

Cycle routes like Cycleway 9 help to support the Mayor’s Transport Strategy and Healthy...

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