Welcome to the Policy Liaison Group for Regeneration & Growth

The cross-party group was formed to provide durable solutions and recommendations to Government and other policy makers as we progress the agenda to regenerate towns and cities across the country. We believe that Parliament has a vital role to play in shaping this agenda, and we are committed to providing a platform for informed debate and informed policy recommendations.

As an impartial platform, we facilitate robust discussions on policy, aiming to bridge the gap between the commercial sector and governmental entities at various levels, including national, combined authorities, and local government. We aim to provide a dynamic two-way communication channel, offering a neutral ground where the industry can engage, debate, and guide policies with key decision-makers while benefiting from an enriching environment for networking.

Latest updates

October 29, 2024

Roundtable on engineering construction, planning reform and skills

with David Nash, Director of Policy & Strategy at the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board

The PLG’s latest roundtable was convened to address the urgent challenges and opportunities within the engineering and construction sectors, with a particular emphasis on skills training.

September 10, 2024

Roundtable on transport, infrastructure and growth

with Lord Liddle, Former Shadow Transport Spokesperson & Chair of Progressive Britain

The PLG’s recent roundtable discussion focused on the critical challenges and opportunities surrounding infrastructure, transport, and economic policy within the current political landscape.

July 10, 2024

Roundtable on Grid Connectivity

with Paul Branston, Director of Regulation at National Grid Electricity Distribution

The PLG recently held a roundtable meeting on the Impact of HS2 on the West Midlands. The roundtable focused on the ongoing impact of the HS2 project and the benefits of improved connectivity, most notably including economic growth, investment, regeneration and job creation.

May 14, 2024

Roundtable on the Impact of HS2 on the West Midlands

with speakers from HS2 including Huw Edwards, Stations Delivery Director, Mark Witham, Head of Commercial Development, and Philip Kerr, Economic Advisory Lead at Arcadis

April 15, 2024

Roundtable on the Impact of Environmental Regulations on Development

with Lord Moylan, Chair of the House of Lords Built Environment Committee

The PLG’s roundtable meeting with Lord Moylan, Chair of the House of Lord Built Environment Committee brought together a diverse cohort of stakeholders to engage in a comprehensive discussion on the intricate challenges of environmental regulations vis a vis development. Lord Moylan's incisive analysis shed light on the nuanced dynamics at play, from the tensions between EU laws and domestic regulations to the systemic inefficiencies within the planning system.

March 18, 2024

Roundtable on Planning and Development in the next Parliament

Roundtable on Planning and Development in the next Parliament with Chris Worrall and Anthony Breach

This roundtable meeting of the PLG hosted Chris Worrall, Member of the Labour Housing Group Executive Committee and editor of the Fabian Society’s Homes for Britain: Planning for Growth report and Anthony Breach, an Associate Director at Centre for Cities, leading on housing, planning, devolution, and local finance. This meeting aimed to delve into planning and development in the next Parliament, with a strong emphasis on what planning might look like under a Labour Government. Discussions placed focus on the Westminster Hall debate on planning which took place on the 13th of March, and the details seen thus far with regards to the Labour Party’s housing and planning pledges.

Our Mission

We aim to ensure that regeneration initiatives are sustainable, impactful, and lead to a significant increase in development across the UK.

Our Vision

We envision a vibrant and thriving UK where every community has the opportunity to reach its full potential. We believe that regeneration and growth are essential drivers of economic growth, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability. We are committed to working with all stakeholders to create a better future for all.