Lock downs and social distancing has taken a heavy toll on our economy, in particular those working in hospitality and tourism. But there is some silver lining to this situation.

The real winners post Covid19 will be the ones with the courage and imagination to plan for a more resilient and innovative economic future.

This post discusses the impact Covid-19 shutdowns are having on public green spaces, larger town centres and small neighbourhood shops.

In Singapore 80% of people live in government-owned housing. In the UK its 17% but aiming for 25%. The OECD average is 8%. In Australia it is only 4% – mostly social housing. This wasn’t always the case.

NDP is opening in a time of economic uncertainty. Could there be a more perfect time for an economic development consultancy? For it is not during economically healthy times we need an urban economist, but the sick.