Archive - Joe Banks

How Bristol’s tallest building will be linked to Israel’s atrocities

The relationship between Bristol’s local state, its universities and property investors is re-shaping the city. The arrival of the city's tallest…

Feb 6 •

March 2024

Gaming the system: plans for Bristol's tallest building and the consultancy swamp

A developer-backed astroturfing company founded by a former advisor to Boris Johnson has been pushing for huge high-rise student accommodation scheme…

Mar 1, 2024 •

January 2024

September 2023

Councillor emails reveal behind-the-scenes effort to reverse Broadwalk planning decision

Role of planning committee Chair, Richard Eddy, under scrutiny for working with Mayor's Office to secure planning permission for developer.

Sep 6, 2023 •

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