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DevComms is UK Property Forums political engagement partner and we regularly provide industry updates and insight for publication across UKPF newsletters, Thames Tap, Arc Watch, Eastern Echo and London West.
Housing & Development Under New Metro Mayor, Richard Parker
After Labour beat incumbent Tory Mayor Andy Street to turn the West Midlands red, all eyes are on Richard Parker, the new Mayor, and how his tenure will shape the future of Housing and Development in our region. Our very own Dominic Stanford delves into the potential implications of this political shift.
Midlands LIVE: Local Elections Lowdown
An election special live stream, discussing what the Midlands local election results mean for your projects and developments across the region.
Paul Vicary covers the London Mayoral election
Paul Vicary, director at DevComms updates the Forum on the forthcoming election for the London Mayor on Thursday May 2.
Eyes on the East: The Only Way is Tory in Essex – will it still be in 2024?
In the fourth of a series on the General Election battlegrounds in the East of England, Jade Uko, associate director with DevComms considers the key seats in Essex, many of them currently Conservative strongholds.
Eyes on the East: Norfolk’s political battlegrounds
In the third report in a series by DevComms, ploughing a route through the East of England’s political minefields, senior account manager Leah Tompkins explores the complex politics at play at Norwich City Council and the Norfolk South West constituency where a former Prime Minister could be fighting for political survival.
The Dorset Council Elections: Every seat counts
As May approaches, the second set-piece elections for Dorset loom on the horizon. Who will hold the reins of power in this picturesque corner of England?
South West Elections
Our South West lead, JAMES MALLINSON, looks forward to the local elections across the South West in May 2024. Read his latest article on the local elections!
Biodiversity Net Gain
Midlands Account Executive Jake Gilbert has provided insight on achieving compliance and leveraging BNG as a competitive advantage.
Political Speech Writing
DevComms have helped to secure several planning consents recently by writing speeches tailored to the political landscape of the Planning Committee in question. Head of Midlands Jack Boyce has shared how in an increasingly political planning environment, applicants can best utilise their speeches to achieve success. Here's what Jack says is the key:
Political or Practical?
Midlands Account Executive Jake Gilbert shares comments on the government's latest consultation to social housing reform, assessing the solutions.
