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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.
From railways to rollercoasters: planning the East’s multi-billion pound boom
Our East Director, Jade Uko, breaks down the multi‑billion‑pound investment wave reshaping the region – from East West Rail and the Lower Thames Crossing to Universal Bedford and Sizewell C.
These aren’t just big projects – they’re catalysts for growth, housing, connectivity, and opportunity.
Local Election Cancellations Confirmed - What now?
The cancellation of local elections across England represents the starting gun for the greatest reorganisation of local government in decades, posing big questions about where power lies and how future decision-making will take place.
Our Midlands Senior Account Manager, Dominic Stanford, takes a look at Wednesday's announcement and what it means for the property sector in his latest article.
2025 Local Elections in the South West: What to Expect
With the 2025 local elections on the horizon, what changes could be in store for planning and development in the South West?
Our Head of South West, James Mallinson, previews the upcoming local elections in May across the South West region.
The ‘right place’ debate: market wisdom vs political rhetoric
This article for UK Property Forums by our Head of East, Jade Uko and MSC Planning Associates David Lomas addresses the complex challenges that investors, developers, and policymakers face when balancing economic potential with social and environmental responsibilities.
The 5 pillars of Social Value: Engaging communities
Account Director Emily Taylor's article on Creating Social Value!
Emily’s "5 Pillars of Social Value" offers practical strategies for successful placemaking.
From Polls to Pause: Everything You Need To Know About Elections In The East This May
With Norfolk, Suffolk, and Greater Essex joining the Government’s 'fast-track' devolution programme, county and local elections have been paused to make way for new mayoral and unitary authorities.
So what does this mean for planning, growth, and delivery across the region? Our DevComms election round-up written by our Head of East Jade Uko.
Rachel Reeves Sets Out Economic Vision: What It Means for Growth, Planning and the South East
Off the back of the key speech in which the Chancellor set out her plan to unlock economic growth, Our Account Director Emily Taylor explores these issues in depth.
While these reforms could accelerate development and boost economic opportunity, they also raise questions about sustainability, local authority capacity, and the balance between speed and quality in decision-making.
Spotlight on Westminster: November 2024
South East Account Executive, Ethan Leyden, has authored an insightful piece for UK Property Forums, looking at what Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire’s MPs have been discussing in Westminster in the world of property development and planning over the past month.
Autumn Budget 2024 Update
The Chancellor has unveiled the Autumn Budget with key announcements that will impact the property sector. Here are the highlights:
In Conversation with Mohammed Yasin MP: A vision for Bedford and Kempston
Head of East, Jade Uko shares insights from Mohammed Yasin MP in an interview delving into Labour's plans for growth and what that means for Bedford and Kempston, whether East West Rail remains a priority for Labour and what is Bedford’s role in the Pan-Regional Partnership.
