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Rosalie Callway
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Advocate for #HealthyHomes and communities where everyone can thrive in harmony with nature.

Policy and project manager @TheTCPA

https://www.tcpa.org.uk/collection/campaign-for-healthy-homes/
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Meanwhile planning policy is being changed to make it easier to build homes in areas at risk of flooding (in new NPPF being consulted on and change in "sequential test" from last autumn).
www.bbc.co.uk/weather/arti...
UK weather: Flood warnings in place as UK braces for more rain
With more rain in the forecast, BBC Weather presenter Simon King looks at what's been causing the very wet year so far.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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This month's #HealthyHomes update includes our briefing and blogs about how to enhance the health, housing and climate elements in the draft NPPF, the latest news on the Warm Homes Plan, Decent Homes Standard and more... 🏘️

#health #housing #planning

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February 5, 2026 at 1:31 PM
This month's #HealthyHomes update includes our briefing and blogs about how to enhance the health, housing and climate elements in the draft NPPF, the latest news on the Warm Homes Plan, Decent Homes Standard and more... 🏘️

#health #housing #planning

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February 5, 2026 at 1:31 PM
We've written a briefing to @ukparliament.parliament.uk about how @mhclgdigital.blog.gov.uk.web.brid.gy can strengthen the National Planning Policy Framework for Healthy Homes and neighbourhoods:

#housing #health

www.tcpa.org.uk/resources/na...
National planning rules must prioritise healthy homes and neighbourhoods
www.tcpa.org.uk
February 4, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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One change in the draft NPPF is especially worrying in relation to the nation’s health: it weakens the policy basis for tackling health inequalities.

This is happening when legislation, devolution reforms & health strategy & policy are pulling in the opposite direction.

Blog: shorturl.at/4xJc5
February 4, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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When we talk about outdoor play for children, many people picture swings or slides.

But what about 'natural play'? Splashing in puddles & making dens can nurture children's creativity, resilience & build connection to nature.

This webinar explores why it matters:

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Plants, puddles and possibility: the importance of natural play for children
www.tcpa.org.uk
January 29, 2026 at 9:29 AM
📍 Wood burning is the most polluting way to heat our homes, increasing the risk of heart and lung disease, asthma, diabetes and dementia

📍#AirPollution from burning in UK homes contributes to nearly 2,500 premature deaths every year.

#CleanAirNight

Click: cleanairhub.org.uk to find out more.
Clean Air Hub | Global Action Plan
Clean Air Hub from Global Action Plan - everything you need to know about air pollution in one place.
cleanairhub.org.uk
January 22, 2026 at 11:36 AM
DEFRA's latest National Security Report outlines some terrifying trends and highlights the need for urgent action on global and UK #biodiversity loss :

www.gov.uk/government/p...
January 22, 2026 at 11:16 AM
MHCLG's Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance is now published for consultation. Deadline: 10 March 2026

#Health #HealthyHomes #Design #Placemaking

www.gov.uk/government/c...
Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance
We are seeking views on the usability of consolidated Design and Placemaking Planning Practice Guidance.
www.gov.uk
January 21, 2026 at 1:31 PM
The Warm Homes Plan announced yesterday could save households £1,000 a year on energy bills, and create 180,000 jobs www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
UK households to get £15bn for solar and green tech to lower energy bills
The government has announced the details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan which promises to cut energy bills.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Half the world’s CO2 emissions come from just 32 firms... 'a powerful, concentrated group of fossil fuel corporations are not only dominating global emissions but are actively sabotaging climate action and weakening government ambition'
@edmilliband.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Half of world’s CO2 emissions come from just 32 fossil fuel firms, study shows
Critics accuse leading firms of sabotaging climate action but say data increasingly being used to hold them to account
www.theguardian.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:21 AM
Poorer and diverse communities in northern cities are exposed to ‘significantly higher levels’ of air pollution than their wealthier neighbours, new research finds.

#AirQuality www.localgov.co.uk/Poorer-resid...
Poorer residents in Northern cities exposed to more pollution | LocalGov
Poorer and diverse communities in northern cities are exposed to ‘significantly higher levels’ of air pollution than their wealthier neighbours, study finds.
www.localgov.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 4:15 PM
🏘️Our Healthy Homes - January update is now live!🏘️

Read on for the latest on news on the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) consultation, Herts County Council's new Healthy and Safe Places Framework, and more...

#housing #health #healthyhomes #planning
Healthy Homes - January 2026
Released just before the Christmas break, the draft National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) places a clear emphasis on the ‘presumption in favour’ of development – including proposals to fast track ...
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January 15, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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The recruitment process for a new TCPA chief executive is underway.

If you're a strategic thinker, inspiring leader & share our vision for fairer, healthier & more sustainable places, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: 23:59 8/2/26
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Chief Executive Officer - Town & Country Planning Association (TCPA) - Central London (with flexible working) - Circa £100,000 + Pension
Chief Executive Officer - Town & Country Planning Association (TCPA) - Central London (with flexible working) - Circa £100,000 + Pension
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January 12, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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For a limited-time only, you can buy 2 of our popular bookshop titles for the price of £20 each, inclusive of P&P (UK only).

> New Towns: The Rise, Fall and Rebirth
> The Art of Building a Garden City: Designing new communities for the 21st Century

Offer ends 12pm 20 January
www.tcpa.org.uk/shop/
January 15, 2026 at 10:26 AM
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Don’t miss these in-person conferences coming up in London. Spaces are limited. There’s an excellent line-up of speakers at both events. Check out the keynotes!

28 Jan 2026 @goodhomesalliance.bsky.social
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26 Feb 2026
@asbpuk.bsky.social
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December 7, 2025 at 9:38 AM
🏘️Our Healthy Homes - January update is now live!🏘️

Read on for the latest on news on the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) consultation, Herts County Council's new Healthy and Safe Places Framework, and more...

#housing #health #healthyhomes #planning

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January 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Applications for our Research Training Programme 2026 are now open.

Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic graduates are invited to apply for a 12-week training programme based in our Westminster office and paid at the London Living Wage.

Details here 👉 buff.ly/Guyvcgk
January 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
London’s homicide rate drops to lowest in more than a decade... Mayor says ‘public health’ approach has made the capital one of the safest cities in the western world
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
London’s homicide rate drops to lowest in more than a decade
Sadiq Khan says ‘public health’ approach has made the capital one of the safest cities in the western world
www.theguardian.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:14 AM
Event: Investing in Housing and Health: a roadmap to government action. 20 January, 2-3pm. via @ageingbetter.bsky.social

Further info: ageing-better.org.uk/events/inves...
Investing in homes and health: A roadmap to government action
Join us for a discussion of the impact of our homes on our health and how government can take tangible action to address these urgent issues. This webinar is delivered in partnership with Fabian Housi...
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January 5, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Very moving #RestIsPolitics Leading episode with #ProfessorMarkWilliams on mental health and the power of mindfulness...

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Faith, Depression, and Finding Calm in Chaos: Professor Mark Williams
YouTube video by The Rest Is Politics: Leading
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December 30, 2025 at 4:59 PM
December 24, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Families using the Warm Homes allowance to improve their home insulation and protect loved ones have been hit by a system which fails to hold bad installers to account:

#WarmHomes #BuildingRegulation

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Our son can't come home for Christmas after insulation mould took over
Mr and Mrs Wadley's 19-year-old son has asthma and cannot come home for Christmas due to mould all over the walls.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 23, 2025 at 7:18 AM