Opinion

The 15-minute city is about creating more choice, not less

By 2023-04-19T06:31:00

Nick Fairham 2022 - Selected - Credit Nick Caville BDP

We should see the 15-minute city debate as an opportunity to rethink priorities around how we live, writes Nick Fairham

It has been fascinating to see the debate around 15-minute cities re-ignited recently. The discussion has certainly sparked some polarised views and, in some cases, caused alarm with concerns raised that it would take away people’s personal freedoms. 

Whilst I don’t agree with everything that’s been said, I do feel that it is good that a conversation about this urban concept is happening and gaining national attention.

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