Judy Terry: Punishing developers would just make housing even less affordable
Planning officers often use spurious arguments to deny permission for new homes.
Kishan Devani: Zac is the Mayor for small business
The Conservative candidate was welcomed with open arms when visiting local businesses in Willesden.
James Hockney: Councils must provide more housing for those with a local connection
Help is needed for those without priority for the council housing waiting list but who can’t afford to rent or buy.
Council by-election result from yesterday
The Lib Dems held a seat in Cornwall.
Christopher Salmon: Why the choice of Police and Crime Commissioner matters to Dyfed Powys
Plaid Cymru’s demand to separate from Welsh from English policing represents a clear and present danger to the people of mid-Wales.
John Moss: What Zac needs to do to win Waltham Forest
Winning the Mayoral election means winning the argument on housing.
JP Floru: Zac must respond to the hidden desires of Londoners
Continuing our series on what Goldsmith needs to do to be elected Mayor of London.
Peter Golds: To win, Zac must shrug off personal attacks and ensure there are no “no-go” areas
The first part of our mini-series on what Zac Goldsmith needs to do to be elected Mayor of London.
Sally-Ann Hart: True localists must oppose the EU
Should devolve power from the EU to Westminster and from Westminster to local communities.
Council by-election result from yesterday
Labour lost a seat to an independent in Carlisle.
Tim Coleridge: Chelsea needs a Crossrail 2 station
King’s Road station would be under the ground – the entrance a discreet opening between two Edwardian buildings.
Judy Terry: People power can provide better play areas
It’s not just about money but also the right location.
What will the Starter Homes look like?
The popular aspiration is not just for home ownership but to own a beautiful home.
Councils are pushing to restrict freedom of information
Councillors should champion transparency.
Chris Lenon: The fight for Chelsea’s soul – a very Conservative uprising
The Tory leadership are treating it as the Council’s Borough, not the Borough’s Council.