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LSPs 'must turn plans into action'

28 May 2004

Local strategic partnerships in the country's 88 most deprived areas have yet to translate strategy into action, and some are "over-optimistic" about their plans, according to a report commissioned as part of a national LSP evaluation.

News brief: Dulwich College in talks with DfES

28 May 2004

A private school in south-east London, Dulwich College, is talking to the Department for Education and Skills about setting up a state-funded but independent college in north London. Under the city academies policy, the Government would provide £18 million of funding and a financial sponsor would invest £2 million.

News brief: East of England Regional Assembly publishes details of bid

28 May 2004

The East of England Regional Assembly has published details of its £1.5 billion bid for social and transport infrastructure to boost economic growth in the region over the next four years. Regeneration minister Lord Rooker asked the assembly to put together an additional bid for resources earlier this year after its submission of draft regional planning guidance. The Government is expected to make an announcement on the bid in the forthcoming spending review.

News brief: ODPM consulting on draft circular

28 May 2004

Following royal assent for the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, the ODPM is consulting on a draft circular and two sets of regulations relating to compulsory purchase. Copies of the drafts have been sent to a range of interested bodies. The revised circular will update the existing policy and procedural guidance for acquiring authorities. For further details, visit www.odpm.gov.uk

News brief: Poll carried out by House Builders Federation

28 May 2004

A poll by trade body the House Builders Federation has revealed that over 70 per cent of people would back more homes being built in their town or village, but half would not want them in their street. Also, 65 per cent supported the building of new homes on greenfield sites if no brownfield sites were available. The poll is at www.hbf.co.uk.

News brief: John Prescott approves compulsory purchases

28 May 2004

The compulsory purchase of outstanding plots needed for Arsenal FC's new stadium development in Islington have been approved by secretary of state John Prescott. The stadium is at the heart of a scheme to regenerate some of the poorest parts of north London, by delivering over 2,000 homes, 28,000sq metres of business space, and a 14,000sq metre sports-themed retail and leisure business district.

Moves: Appointment at Emmaus UK

28 May 2004

Homelessness charity Emmaus UK has appointed Kate Poole as major grants fundraiser and Karen Foxhall as projects and development fundraiser. Pool joins from Raleigh International's youth development programme, while Foxhall arrives from housing association Bedford Housing Link.

Moves: Appointment at South West Regional Development Agency

28 May 2004

The South West Regional Development Agency has named Deborah Pascoe as dedicated regeneration consultant for the Camborne, Pool and Redruth area. Pascoe's previous jobs include a post at local company Stratton & Holborow, where she worked as a rural surveyor. In her new role she will work to advance the economic development and regeneration of the Camborne, Pool and Redruth area.

Moves: The Housing Corporation

28 May 2004

The Housing Corporation has announced that board member Richard Arthur will be standing down in September at the end of his current term in office. Arthur was appointed to the board in 2000 and is chairman of its regulation committee. He intends to spend more time on private business interests.