Several major housebuilders joined Meeting Place Communications at a localism round table discussion in Bristol. A presentation of the evolving planning policy was followed by comments from the local councillors from the region who attended. The discussion, which was led by Rob Peters of Turley Associates, focused on the differing ways in which localism was being interpreted by developers, councillors and council officers. There were mixed feelings about the effectiveness of the New Homes Bonus but unanimity on the need to engage widely with the business community and service providers near proposed new development.
Nick Webb of Meeting Place Communications said "There are different interpretations as to what localism will really mean and it is good to get together as a group and share experiences of how different local authorities are reacting to the evolving policy. What is clear is the need to engage effectively across the community."
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