Policy
Representing our members at the heart of government
POLICY
We draw on our members’ expertise and knowledge to respond to consultations and positively contribute to the political debate.
Our practical approach means we’re ideal partners for government, working at the heart of policy-making for the benefit of infrastructure. On behalf of our members, we champion the built environment at every level – from Westminster to the metro-mayors and everyone in between.
Our advocacy groups provide a forum for members to share their views and experiences and influence our thinking.
We produce reports to share our members’ thought-leadership, consultation responses to inform government policy and member-only briefings on political and economic matters of note.
CLIMATE CHANGE
How society responds to the climate challenge is the biggest question of our time.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
The group starts with a simple premise – increasing connectivity will unlock opportunity and growth.
Buildings & Places
As we emerge from the pandemic, how will we design the communities of tomorrow?
RESPONSES
Northern Ireland Climate Change Bill Consultation
ACE Northern Ireland responds to key consultation.
GBR - Whole Industry Strategic Plan
ACE inputs into formation of 30 year forward looking plan for railways.
Mapping the Path to Net Zero
ACE responds to the Environmental Audit Committee inquiry.
Review of Net Zero
ACE's climate change advocacy group responds to Chris Skidmore MP's review on Net Zero.
BRIEFINGS
Labour Party Conference
Briefing exploring the policies shared by Labour at their 2022 annual conference.
Net Zero roads
A guide for ACE members working on roads and highways.
Welsh Draft Budget 2023/24
Briefing on the draft Budget from Welsh Government.
Scotland Draft Budget 2023/24
Briefing on the draft Budget from Scottish Government.
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