The first meeting of the day is breakfast with Robert Napier and Bob Kerslake of HCA. On the downside, developers, builders and social landlords say there is no easing of finance and mortgageability (ugh! Ugly word). On the upside, there is unanimity that Code 4 for sustainability is achievable and should be delivered. When? Now! I look forward to the imminent HCA guidance on standards to see if it reflects that level of ambition.
Tags: HCA, MIPIM, Newcastle, regeneration