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Francis Truss examines the critical question of "who pays for place," evaluating four emerging stewardship funding models to ensure long-term public realm, ESG, and biodiversity management remain viable amid tight development margins.

Carter Jonas specialists Alexandra Houghton, Sophie Davidson, and David Johnson analyze the uneven recovery across UK housing, commercial property, and strategic land, outlining key viability risks, market polarisation, and strategic asset choices for local authorities in 2026.

Charles Elgy and Francis Truss explore how Registered Providers are moving upstream from pure Section 106 purchasers to active development partners, using joint ventures and strategic grant funding to secure long-term affordable housing pipelines.

Francis Truss of Carter Jonas explains why a modern council housebuilding drive cannot simply recreate the 1950s municipal model, showing how today’s delivery relies on mixed-tenure schemes, private partnerships, and rebuilding local authority development capacity.

Carter Jonas researcher Rad Radev examines the government's updated MEES timetable for non-domestic property, revealing that 63% of larger commercial spaces still fall below the proposed EPC B standard and explaining why landlords must use this planning window to act

John Mason explores how local authorities can once again become major housebuilders by examining the £50m East Barnwell regeneration scheme in Cambridge, demonstrating how joint ventures and sustainable densification can unlock high-quality affordable housing.

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ACES members gathered at the historic Guildhall in Bath for the 2025 National Conference, exploring how local authorities can unlock the full potential of public land while navigating the challenges of biodiversity net gain and local government reform. Expert speakers and panel discussions highlighted innovation, collaboration, and the crucial role of property professionals in shaping a more sustainable, resilient public estate.

Glen Richardson of Carter Jonas, who helped create the Central Abingdon Regeneration Framework, explains why rivers are crucial for breathing life back into communities. He argues that while rivers were once used for transportation, they are now vital cultural and natural assets that drive wellbeing and income. The key to successful river regeneration, as seen in Abingdon and Newcastle, lies in reconnecting town centres to the waterfront and strategically managing challenges

Explore the evolving concept of "legacy" in housing developments with experts Johnny Clayton and James Cordery of Carter Jonas. This article delves into how legacy principles, rooted in the work of The King's Foundation, are shaping new communities, adding value, and influencing the future of urban design and strategic land projects.

Sophie Davidson presents the 2025 Model Estate performance report, detailing the hypothetical agricultural estate's valuation and key trends. The report highlights resilient land values, rising residential and commercial rents, and the increasing impact of energy efficiency standards on property portfolios.

Planning is about the future, yet consultations often fail to engage young people who have the greatest stake in it. This article explores how ambitious plans for cities like Cambridge can shift the balance toward younger voices through innovative consultation methods.