A whitepaper highlighting eight key action points to ensure the longevity of public spaces has been published.
Tivoli brought together eleven senior representatives from key stakeholder groups for a roundtable chaired by Pro Landscaper on 12th July at Farnham Castle in Surrey.
The discussion centred around early collaboration and the need to address the skills gap, with the outcome of the following eight action points for all stakeholders involved in the development and maintenance of these outdoor spaces:
- Consider maintenance from the outset
- Avoid a race to the bottom
- Prioritise community engagement
- Make spaces adaptable and accessible
- Upskill and educate across the board
- Communicate often and with purpose
- Lobby government for change
- Recognise green space as an asset