City of London elects a new head for its planning and transportation committee.
In the bustling heart of London, the City Corporation has appointed a new head honcho for the Planning and Transportation Committee – none other than Tom Sleigh, previously serving Bishopsgate's ward since 2013. Taking over from Shravan Joshi MBE, Sleigh steps into the big leagues at a critical juncture for the City, as they set their sights on an ambitious goal: building an extra 1.2 million sqm of new office spaces.
The upcoming City Plan 2040 paints a clear, ambitious picture, and Sleigh's keen to dive right in. He's all about delivering this game-changer with gusto, fostering collaboration, and, most importantly, ensuring the City emerges as a true frontrunner in contemporary architecture. The architectural marvels that will grace the City's skyline, Sleigh promises, won't just be feats of engineering – they'll make spirits soar while simultaneously curbing carbon emissions, honoring the city's history, and beckoning young talent with its culture, sustainability, and emphasis on wellbeing.
But it's not just about gleaming towers; Sleigh's vision extends to the City Cluster to the east, home to Leadenhall Street, St Mary Axe, and Bishopsgate, where most of this growth will likely take root. Oh, and here's something cool: To reduce the City's carbon footprint, the Corporation's encouraging the retrofitting of existing building stock.
If you're dreaming of cozy pocket parks, inviting food and beverage spots, and innovative cultural attractions, never fear – Sleigh's got you covered. He sees the diversification of the City as vital, encompassing all these elements while bolstering climate resilience infrastructure.
Shravan Joshi MBE, now promoted to deputy chair, looks back on his tenure with great pride. "In my time as chairman," he says, "we've managed to diversify the city and create new office spaces, not just for our local talent but also for intrigued tourists and globetrotters alike."
It's a new adventure, but you can bet these trailblazers won't shy away from chasing after Sleigh's audacious vision for the City. Ready, set, build! 🎉💪🏼🏗️🌆🌱💚💙🌻🌿🥳🍻💎🌐🌐🌐💃🏻🕺🏻💃🏻🕺🏻💃🏻🕺🏻
- Tom Sleigh, the new head of the Planning and Transportation Committee, aims to retrofit existing buildings in the City Cluster, including Bishopsgate, to minimize carbon emissions, as part of the City's commitment to sustainability in the upcoming City Plan 2040.
- The industry and finance sectors play critical roles in Sleigh's vision for the City, as he plans to collaborate with these industries to build an additional 2 million square meters of office spaces, creating a contemporary architectural landscape focusing on wellbeing, culture, and sustainability.
- Through this collaboration, Sleigh's ambition is to elevate the City as a global leader in contemporary architecture, while offering general-news headlines of innovative cultural attractions, inviting food and beverage spots, and cozy pocket parks to enrich the urban lifestyle.
- The City Corporation's vision goes beyond just constructing towering buildings, as Sleigh emphasizes the importance of diversifying the city with a focus on climate resilience infrastructure, appealing to local talent, tourists, and globetrotters alike.
- Shravan Joshi MBE, promoted to deputy chair, reflects on his tenure as chairman, acknowledging the success in creating new office spaces that have attracted diverse talent and visitors, setting the stage for Sleigh to continue driving this growth and shaping the future of London's City.
