Mark Andrews is a journalist based in Shanghai, China.

He writes extensively about the Chinese car industry and has also done test drive reviews for many magazines and newspapers around the world. 

In addition Mark Andrews writes articles about travel, food and drink, and various business ...

Our town needs regenerating, say Cannock voters

23 Apr 2024  |  www.expressandstar.com  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

Cannock residents express frustration over the slow pace of town regeneration despite a £20 million grant from the Government's Levelling Up fund. The Cannock Chase District Council, now under a Labour-led hung administration with Green Party support, faces voter apathy ahead of the May 2 elections. Ken Hewitt, an 80-year-old former Labour voter, voices his discontent with local governance and recent policy changes, reflecting a broader sentiment of disillusionment among the town's residents.

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Urban Regeneration Local Elections

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Natalie Chalk is a UK-based journalist who works on the news desk of the Daily Mail. She also works as Late Breaking News Editor at inews on weekends. Prior to this she has contributed articles to The Mail on Sunday, The Big Issue, The Guardian, Daily Express, Sunday Mirror, Women’s Health, TNT ...

More than 50 ‘overlooked’ towns to receive £20m over 10 years to regenerate high streets

30 Sept 2023  |  inews.co.uk  |  English  |  Urban Development

The UK government has announced a £1 billion investment plan to regenerate over 50 'overlooked' towns across the UK, with each town receiving £20 million over a 10-year period. This initiative, announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak before the Conservative Party conference, aims to revive high streets, combat anti-social behaviour, and stimulate local economies. Towns in Scotland, Wales, and England will benefit, with local town boards being set up to oversee the implementation of the plan. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities will support these boards, which will also have access to a range of regeneration powers. The funding allocation is based on the Levelling Up Needs Index and the Index of Multiple Deprivation to ensure the most in-need towns are targeted. The plan also includes the creation of a Towns Taskforce to assist in the development and execution of local plans.

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Community Regeneration Urban Development Government Funding

Emanuele Roberto De Carli is a documentary photographer based in Milan and available worldwide. 
With a degree in geography, his photography is focused on themes as social justice, human development and the relationship between human and environment.
During my career I visited more than 60 ...

Bosco La Goccia

22 Jan 2021  |  Perimetro  |  Italian  |  Urban Landscape

The urban landscape of Bovisa, an area known for its industrial glory, is now being reclaimed by nature. The former Officine del Gas, once bustling with noise and life, stand as desolate yet hopeful ruins. These spaces, rich with the stories of past workers, are now inhabited by a generation detached from its history but tasked with passing on its legacy. The area, filled with silent art and sculptures, poses challenges for the future: how to rebuild, regenerate, and rethink such an urban space?

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Regeneration Urban Landscape Industrial Heritage

Dr Joseph Downing is author of “French Muslims in Perspective” (****) and “Social Media and Security” (****). He is senior lecturer in politics and IR at Aston University. Previously he was fellow in nationalism in the European Institute, London School of Economics and Political Science, and Marie-...

Grenfell Tower Fire Tragedy Reveals Ugly Flaws Of Regeneration Agenda

20 Jun 2017  |  HuffPost UK  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

The Grenfell Tower fire tragedy highlights significant flaws in the urban regeneration agenda, particularly in social housing policies in the UK and Europe. The article criticizes both Labour and Conservative governments for depleting housing stock and neglecting safety concerns. It underscores the complexity and lack of accountability in current regeneration schemes, exemplified by the Grenfell Tower's management and recent refit. The piece calls for a shift in power towards residents and away from private developers to prevent future disasters.

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Urban Regeneration Grenfell Tower Fire Social Housing

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I am a journalist and documentary filmmaker based in Caracas, Venezuela. I want to tell the next story.

I cover in all Latin America and the Caribbean. I have worked with: RCN, VOA, Getty Images, AFP, The Asahi Shimbun, among other prestigious media outlets.

James March is a freelance travel journalist based in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Publications he's written for include Nat Geo Traveller, Lonely Planet, BBC Travel, The Washington Post, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveller.

Esch-Sur-Alzette: Why you need to visit Europe's Capital of Culture 2022

21 Dec 2021  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

Esch-sur-Alzette, once a thriving industrial hub in Luxembourg, has been named Europe's Capital of Culture for 2022, sharing the title with Kaunas in Lithuania and Novi Sad in Serbia. The town has received €54m in investment to host over 2000 cultural events, including performances, exhibitions, concerts, and workshops. The initiative aims to rejuvenate the area and highlight its unique cultural identity, with significant cross-border collaboration with northeastern France. Key venues like Kulturfabrik and new infrastructural investments are set to leave a lasting cultural legacy.

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Jack McGovan is a freelance journalist based in Berlin, covering climate, health and politics.

The hands-on drive for sustainable living in Europe

15 Mar 2024  |  Horizon Magazine  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

EU-funded projects in Europe are driving sustainable urban development with a focus on environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and aesthetic improvement. The EHHUR project, managed by Rina Consulting, involves residents and businesses in regenerating cities across several European countries, inspired by the New European Bauhaus initiative and supporting the European Green Deal. The T-Factor project explores temporary uses for vacant urban spaces to foster inclusive regeneration. Both projects emphasize community involvement and aim to create attractive, equitable spaces that address climate stress and social inequalities.

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Urban Regeneration Sustainable Development European Union Initiatives

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Ugo Poletti is a journalist based in Odessa, Ukraine.

Founder and Editor-in-Chief of “The Odessa Journal”, digital media platform in English about culture, history, social and business life in Odessa, biggest port and cultural capital of Black Sea region

The Port of Odessa: A Maritime Capital with a Vision for Urban Regeneration

05 Apr 2023  |  www.portcityfutures.nl  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

The article, authored by Ugo Poletti, Editor-in-Chief of The Odessa Journal, provides a historical and contemporary overview of the port of Odessa, Ukraine. It highlights the port's rapid development since its founding in 1794 and its current status as the maritime capital of Ukraine, handling 75% of the country's trade. The piece discusses recent initiatives, such as the multimodal trade corridor project with the port of Gdansk, and the strategic importance of Odessa in maritime cargo transportation and seafarer training. Challenges facing the port, including the inaccessibility of the waterfront to residents and the need for urban regeneration, are also addressed. The article suggests that involving the local community and international partners could aid in the redevelopment of the port area, drawing parallels with successful waterfront projects in other cities.

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Urban Regeneration Maritime Trade Port Development

Sertan Sanderson is a seasoned journalist with a rich background in covering news and current affairs. Specialising in social change, migration, and cultural impacts, his work is characterised by a deep exploration of the intersection of politics and human rights. 

His reporting has taken him ...

Durban's urban renewal: Who really benefits?

05 Apr 2023  |  www.dw.com  |  English  |  Urban Regeneration

Durban, South Africa's third-largest city, is experiencing a surge in tourism and urban regeneration, particularly since being named one of the 'New7Wonders Cities' in 2015 and hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The city's inner areas, despite investment, still struggle with poverty and crime, while neighborhoods like Glenwood and Florida Road are becoming gentrified, attracting tourists and digital nomads. The KwaZulu-Natal tourism board promotes international brands like Starbucks as part of the city's appeal. However, the regeneration efforts seem to benefit mainly the wealthy, with areas like the Durban Promenade being revitalized for tourist appeal. Local artisans like Zungo, who makes traditional Zulu beadwork, still face economic challenges, indicating that the city's renewal has not reached everyone equally.

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Urban Regeneration Tourism Economic Inequality Gentrification

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