S3 Ep5: S3 - Episode 5 - Talking West Central
Cllr James Small Edwards, Labour candidate for the London Assembly seat of West Central joined Concilio for the latest edition of our Better Places podcast. Elected in 2022 as Labour won Westminster City Council for the first time, in the key swing ward of Bayswater, James is currently serving as WCC Deputy Cabinet Member for Planning. James was selected by Labour Party members to contest the m...
39m Dec 01, 2023
39m
S3 Ep4: S3 - Episode 4 - Planning & Development in Brent
Concilio’s Head of London Luke Francis is joined by the Brent's Cllr Shama Tatler, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning & Growth. The pair review a hectic few months in property, planning and politics - discussing everything from the mounting challenges facing residential development across London and to local authorities look for in a good JV partner.
36m Nov 28, 2023
36m
S3 Ep3: S3 - Episode 3 - Tackling the Housing Crisis in London
Concilio’s Managing Director Nick Dines sits down with the Co-Chairs of the London Housing Directors’Group, Joanne Drew, Strategic Director for Housing and Regeneration at Enfield Council and Jamie Carswell, Director of Housing and Safer Communities at the Royal Borough of Greenwich
31m Oct 30, 2023
31m
S3 Ep2: S3 - Episode 2 - Labour Party Conference Special
Labour Party Conference Special: Concilio’s Luke Francis and Oscar Harman interview Westminster City Councillors Ellie Ormsby and James Small-Edwards about their experiences at Labour Party conference in Liverpool, their focus on housing and the first 18 months of Westminster’s Labour administration.
40m Oct 12, 2023
40m
S3 Ep1: S3 - Episode 1 - Planning & Development in Barking & Dagenham
Concilio’s Head of London Luke Francis is joined by the Leader of Barking & Dagenham Council Darren Rodwell. In a wide ranging conversation, the pair discusses how political vision and pragmatism have helped to transform one of the UK’s most deprived boroughs. Looking ahead to Labour Party Conference, Cllr Rodwell also discuss the reasons behind his decision to stand for Parliament and what he ...
50m Oct 04, 2023
50m
S2 Ep12: S2 - Episode 12 - Exploring Cambridge 2040
In this episode, Concilio's Katie Brown is joined by Colin Brown, Head of Planning and Development at Carter Jonas (or as she personally calls him, Dad!) to discuss the ambitious plans set forth by the Secretary of State for Levelling up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove aimed at supercharging Cambridge as Europe’s science capital. Is it an attainable vision, or does it remain a distant pi...
24m Aug 16, 2023
24m
S2 Ep11: S2 - Episode 11 - Talking Westminster with Cllr Geoff Barraclough & Cllr Tim Roca
In this episode, Nathan and Luke dive into a discussion on major political events. Our guests are two of the City of Westminster's most senior councillors: Cllr Geoff Barraclough, Cabinet Member for Planning & Economic Development, and Cllr Tim Roca, Cabinet Member for Young People, Culture, and Learning. Together, they reflect on their first year in office and share insights about what is comi...
50m Jul 19, 2023
50m
S2 Ep10: S2 - Episode 10 - Planning & Development in Greenwich with Cllr Anthony Okereke
Nathan and Luke touch on the fall out from the May 23 local election results and how housing is becoming an election issue. Luke then interviews Cllr Anthony Okereke, Leader of Greenwich to discuss delivering homes in an increasingly challenging development environment, the importance of engaging residents and challenging NIMBYism and abseiling down 17 story buildings for charity!
46m May 25, 2023
46m
S2 Ep9: S2 - Episode 9 - A collaborative approach to housing delivery
Concilio’s Katie Brown is joined by Claire Flowers, Head of Housing Development Agency at Cambridge City Council to discuss how the public and private sector can work together on housing delivery.
22m Mar 26, 2023
22m
S2 Ep8: S2 - Episode 8 - Planning & Development in Islington
In this episode, Nathan and Luke are joined by Islington’s Cllr Diarmaid Ward – Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Finance, Planning and Performance. They discuss - responding to post-Covid ways of living and working in inner London, why development policy ‘red lines’ matter in Islington and Innovative approaches to delivering for local residents.
47m Mar 15, 2023
47m
S2 Ep7: S2 - Episode 7 - Planning Overview with Simon Ricketts
Concilio's Managing Director Nick Dines is joined by Simon Ricketts, Partner at Town Legal the leading planning law firm in the UK. The two discuss the Government’s proposed planning reforms, planning law evolution, the establishment of Town Legal, fire safety regulations and Simon’s top three desert island discs!
24m Feb 02, 2023
24m
S2 Ep6: S2 - Episode 6 - Tackling London's Housing Crisis with Dr Nick Bowes
In the first podcast of 2023, Nathan and Luke focus on the politics of tackling the housing crisis. Featuring an in-depth interview with Dr Nick Bowes, Chief Executive of Centre for London, formerly Mayoral Director of Policy at the Greater London Authority.
47m Feb 01, 2023
47m
S2 Ep5: S2 - Episode 5 - Croydon Planning with Mayor Jason Perry
Nathan & Luke discuss the latest national developments on planning reform. In the final episode of the 2022 they are joined by the first ever directly elected Mayor of Croydon - Mayor Jason Perry - to discuss Croydon's financial challenges, why he went into politics, what he would like to see from developers and the local plan.
37m Dec 14, 2022
37m
S2 Ep4: S2 - Episode 4 - Life Sciences in Cambs & South Cambs
Concilio's very own Cambs and South Cambs expert Katie Brown focuses on the growing Life Sciences sector - in conversation with two experts in the field  - Guy Kaddish, Head of Cambridge Planning at Bidwells and Max Bryan Head of Science & Technology at Bidwells.
30m Dec 01, 2022
30m
S2 Ep3: S2 - Episode 3 - RBKC Planning
Nathan & Luke discuss the latest political developments, London parliamentary selections and are joined by Cllr Cem Kemahli - Lead Member for Planning, Place and Environment in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea to talk about planning and development in the Royal Borough.
40m Nov 23, 2022
40m
S2 Ep2: S2 - Episode 2 - Talking Westminster
As well as reviewing the big political stories of the week, Nathan and Luke are joined by Cllr Geoff Barraclough, Cabinet Member for Planning & Economic Development in the City of Westminster to talk all things planning and development and the priorities of the new administration.
42m Oct 17, 2022
42m
S2 Ep1: S2 - Episode 1 - Post Party Conference Wrap Up
In the first episode of the new series, Nathan and Luke take a look back at their experiences of the Labour and Conservative Party conferences and the key policy announcements that impact development and planning. They’re joined by friend of the show and Brent Cabinet Member Cllr Shama Tatler to get her take on what it means for local government.
37m Oct 13, 2022
37m
S1 Ep12: Episode 12 - Housing & Regeneration in Waltham Forest
In the latest episode of Polls Apart, Nathan and Luke talk about the candidates vying to be the next Prime Minister and their views on housing. They are then joined for by Cllr Ahsan Khan, Deputy Leader and Housing and Regeneration in Waltham Forest.
28m Jul 22, 2022
28m
S1 Ep11: Episode 11 - Housing with Deputy Mayor Tom Copley
In the latest episode of Polls Apart, Nathan and Luke talk all things housing. Featuring an interview with the Deputy Mayor for Housing and Residential Development - Tom Copley, who discusses how to tackle London's housing crisis, the impact of rising construction costs and the relationship between City Hall and London councils.
31m Jul 07, 2022
31m
S1 Ep10: Episode 10 - Sustainability & Transport in Hackney
In the latest episode, Nathan and Luke talk about the challenges facing local government leaders across London one month on from the elections. They are joined by Cllr Mete Coban, Cabinet Member for the Environment & Transport in Hackney.
29m Jun 08, 2022
29m
S1 Ep9: Episode 9 - The Olympic Park
Luke and Nathan are joined by Concilio's Managing Director Nick Dines who interviews journalist and author Dave Hill on his fascinating new book - Olympic Park: When Britain Built Something Big. Buy the book: https://www.onlondon.co.uk/shop/olympic-park-when-britain-built-something-big/
42m May 18, 2022
42m
S1 Ep8: Episode 8 - London Election Results Part 2
In Part 2 Luke and Nathan review the final London Election results following a weekend of counting that saw some surprising, interesting and transformational results across the capital.
21m May 09, 2022
21m
S1 Ep7: Episode 7 - London Election Results Part 1
Luke and Nathan review and summarise the London Election results to date and discuss that seismic Labour hat-trick of taking control of Barnet, Wandsworth and the City of Westminster.
19m May 06, 2022
19m
S1 Ep6: Episode 6 - Talking Camden
In this episode of Polls Apart, Nathan and Luke talk about what the polls look like in London with one week to go before election day and discuss all things Camden. The pair are joined by Cllr Danny Beales, Cabinet Member for Investing in Communities, Culture and an Inclusive Economy in Camden for an extended interview.
35m Apr 28, 2022
35m
S1 Ep5: Episode 5 - The City of London
In this episode of Polls Apart, Nathan is joined by Luke Tatton an Account Director at Concilio who is an expert in the City of London. Following the local elections in the City of London Luke interviews Deputy Chairman of Policy and Resources Committee - Chris Hayward.
30m Apr 13, 2022
30m
S1 Ep4: Episode 4 - The Role of the GLA
In this episode of Polls Apart, Nathan and Luke discuss the role of the GLA in the planning process. Featuring an extended discussion with Lewisham Labour Councillor and Londonwide Assembly Member Sakina Sheikh.
40m Mar 31, 2022
40m
S1 Ep3: Episode 3 - The West End Recovery
Nathan and Luke discuss the West End looking at the challenges and opportunities facing the globally renowned district. Featuring interviews with Cllr Matthew Green, Cabinet Member for Business, Planning & Licensing in the City of Westminster and Jace Tyrrell, Chief Executive of New West End Company.
36m Mar 15, 2022
36m
S1 Ep2: Episode 2 - Regeneration in Brent
Nathan and Luke talk about the challenges and opportunities facing regeneration across the capital with a particular focus on the London Borough of Brent. Featuring an interview with Councillor Shama Tatler, Lead Member for Regeneration, Property & Planning in Brent.
26m Mar 01, 2022
26m
S1 Ep1: Episode 1 - Battleground London
Nathan Parsad-Wyatt and Luke Francis discuss the battleground boroughs in London as we head toward the local elections in May. Followed by an interview with Chief Executive and Founder of polling company Survation, Damian Lyons Lowe.
27m Feb 15, 2022
27m