The UK Government’s 'New Towns Strategy' sets out the boldest housing ambition in a generation - but can we really build at scale and create great places to live?In this episode of Around the Table, host Helen Tinlin from Building Relations is joined by: • Paul Silver, CEO, Dorchester Living(developers behind Heyford Park, recently announced as one of the Government’s new towns) • Andrew Matthews, Co-founder, Proctor & Matthews Architects • Melanie Leech, Chief Executive, British Property FederationTogether they explore what it really takes to plan and deliver modern new towns - from design, placemaking and sustainability to funding, political commitment and community trust. Drawing on lessons from Heyford Park and decades of planning history, our guests ask whether new towns can become the generational legacy Britain needs.Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7ENPSSW

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