From Expo to “Build Baby Build”

In the second of a two-part special of Planning After Dark, Catriona, Jackie, and Alex have plenty to catch up on - and a big announcement to celebrate. Alex shares her exciting news about becoming the next Chief Executive of the Housing Forum, and the trio dive into what that means for the sector at a time of huge change.

From Munich to Guildhall, the team unpacks what they learned at Expo Real and London Real Estate Forum - where global investment, housing delivery, and building safety dominated the agenda. They discuss the latest from Parliament and the Party Conferences, including Labour’s “Build Baby Build” slogan, the New Towns Commission, and what’s next for planning reform and devolution.

And, as always, it’s not all policy and politics - they explore why “fun” should be a leadership strategy, why housing delivery needs fresh thinking, and what makes this sector worth getting out of bed for (even after a late night).

Planning After Dark is the bold and insightful podcast where three powerhouse women in planning and development—Alex Notay, Catriona Riddell, and Jackie Sadek—shine a light on the industry’s biggest challenges, trends, and, yes, even a bit of behind-the-scenes gossip.

From navigating the complexities of development to debating the future of our cities, Planning After Dark is the no-holds-barred discussion you won’t want to miss.

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