In this Espresso Shot episode, David and Mike return from the 2025 summer break to unpack the major shake-up at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). With Angela Rayner’s resignation and a new ministerial team in place, they explore what these changes could mean for local economic development and placemaking in the UK. What impact will new appointments like Steve Reed and Miatta Fahnbulleh have on housing, planning, and devolution agendas? And how can local leaders and practitioners influence policy and delivery as the sector enters a critical phase of reform? Tune in for expert insights and practical reflections on the evolving landscape.

Bonus Biscotti Briefing on this topic available for download here on the LEDC website: https://www.ledconfidential.co.uk/post/what-do-the-major-changes-at-mhclg-mean-for-uk-led-and-placemaking