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The Government’s £39bn pledge for affordable housing is the biggest in a generation—but is it enough for Central London? Our latest blog looks at what the Spending Review means for housing in the capital and the challenges that remain.
For the Government to meet its mission for economic growth, London needs to thrive. It may seem obvious, but Central London is key to that success. Last week’s launch of the London Growth Plan was a key milestone in our city’s drive for improved economic growth, productivity and living standards.
The Bakerloo Line Upgrade and Extension is the next big opportunity for London. This video sets out the transformative impact of the scheme.
Our report set out the changes we need to the planning system to unlock housebuilding and support inclusive growth. This report was covered in The MJ and Inside Housing.
The Bakerloo Line is an iconic part of the Underground, and a vital piece of economic infrastructure. CLF were pleased to launch ‘Moving London Forward: Bakerloo Line Upgrade and Extension’
CLF have published research into retrofitting homes and buildings which will be vital to delivering net zero and to cutting bills.
A cross-party group of Leaders from 10 central London boroughs and 9 business groups have written to Transport Secretary Mark J Harper calling for a fair and sustainable capital funding deal for TfL. Read the article here in City A.M
Central London Forward has been working with BusinessLDN to shape the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) in the capital.
Central London Forward has secured an additional £1.8m of European Social Fund from the Greater London Authority to support more residents into decent work and training through the Connecting Communities programme.