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Welcome to my news page! As a community campaigner and traditional architecture consultant, I am passionate about preserving and enhancing the unique character of our towns and cities. Our work centers on engaging with local communities and stakeholders to champion thoughtful urban development that respects the historical and cultural significance of our shared spaces.
From advocating for the restoration of heritage buildings to promoting sustainable design practices, I am committed to fostering a more vibrant and livable built environment. On this page, I will share updates on my latest projects, events, and initiatives, as well as insights and resources on the intersection of architecture, community, and culture. Join me on my mission to create more equitable, resilient, and beautiful places for everyone to call home.
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At Risk Listed Building
£10000 worth of Trees Published – 26th Oct 2016 Publication – The Champion PLANS have been revealed to ‘restore to gjoiy’ a disused Grade n listed school fiuilding in Southport. . Oaopus Healthcare Group hopes to create a m
1000 Trees
£10000 worth of Trees Published – 26th Oct 2016 Publication – The Champion A campaigner for the improvement and regeneration of Southport has announced plans to plant £10,000-worth of trees across the town. Cllr David Barton, who repres
Practicality of settlement planning for everyone
Settlement planning has numerous practical benefits for individuals and communities as a whole.
Roger Scruton and the importance of designing beautiful neighbourhoods
Roger Scruton was a British philosopher and conservative thinker who placed immense emphasis on the importance of designing beautiful neighborhoods.
Building Better Building Brighter Commission
The Building Better Building Brighter Commission is an agency that was created with a mission to improve the quality of life for all by promoting sustainable and energy-efficient construction and development practices
Design Codes
Design codes for public spaces are a set of guidelines that dictate how public areas should be designed and maintained.
Planning Reforms
The UK has undergone several planning reforms in recent years, aimed at streamlining the planning process and providing greater flexibility to developers
Town and Country Planning Act
This piece of legislation was enacted to help regulate the development and use of land in England and Wales.
How much better modern life is through individual achievement
It is through the efforts of individuals that we have been able to enjoy the plethora of modern conveniences that we take for granted today.
Individuality Driving Change
Individuality and uniqueness are powerful drivers of change and play a vital role in the progress and development of diverse areas.