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The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has responded to the government’s announcement of its long-term plan for towns, which will see 55 towns, including seven in Scotland and four in Wales, receiving long-term investment.<\/h3>\nThe Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has responded to the government’s announcement of its long-term plan for towns, which will see 55 towns, including seven in Scotland and four in Wales, receiving long-term investment.<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
RTPI writes:<\/p>\n
Victoria Hills, Chief Executive of the Royal Town Planning Institute, said:\u201cThe Government\u2019s announcement of Town Boards shows a welcome focus on local communities having a direct say on the future of their areas. It amplifies the importance of place-making in providing economic, societal and community well-being. A subject in which our members are experts.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe would argue strongly that local planning authorities with their intimate knowledge of the towns they serve should be invited to join these boards to provide their professional knowledge and to ensure their success.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe also offer our support to the Towns and High Streets Taskforce to provide an expert voice from the planning profession. Our recently published\u00a0\u2018Planifesto 2024\u2019\u00a0highlights the need to unleash the power of planning as it is one of the sharpest tools available to local government, local leaders and communities to positively shape their futures.\u201d<\/p>\n