The New Towns Taskforce

The New Towns Taskforce is an independent expert advisory panel established in September 2024 to support the government to deliver the next generation of new towns. The primary objective of the new towns programme is to create new and expanded places and thereby boost economic growth and the supply of new homes – spreading opportunity and supporting strong communities.

Policy statement

Terms of Reference

New Towns Taskforce Members

  • Sir Michael Lyons (Chair)
  • Dame Kate Barker (Deputy Chair)
  • Bill Hughes
  • Dame Diane Coyle
  • Eamonn Boylan
  • Helen Gordon
  • Kate Henderson
  • Nick Raynsford
  • Sowmya Parthasarathy
  • Dr Wei Yang

Full biographies for members can be found here:

New Towns Taskforce Membership