A proseperous Future for the north east

Welcome to Developing Consensus, a membership group that works to build long-term growth for the region, through the property and development sector.

Encouraging Public & Private Sector Collaboration

Our membership is unique due to its cross collaboration between the public and private sector. We hold meetings, workshops and in-focus sessions every year, inviting our members and public sector associates to discuss opportunities and barriers facing our region.

Unlocking Growth & Investment for the Region

We operate with one clear goal in mind, to break down barriers and generate growth within the North East development sector to support our wider economy. Developing Consensus members have played a crucial role in shaping local plans and developing property investment funds.

Working alongside the North East Combined Authority

We support the opportunities brought by the North East Combined Authority, acting as a sounding board, a knowledge source and a critical friend for policies and growth opportunities that impact our sector. Our Chair Sandra Manson, currently sits on the NECA Business Board as Chair of Place.

Our key focus areas

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Enabling Development

We work to support and deliver on priority schemes and key infrastructure projects, while communicating the barriers to development and using our combined voice to influence change.

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Infrastructure

As the new North East Transport Plan forms, we have regular discussions and open member events with Transport North East, to ensure a plan is created which benefits and enhances our offering as a region.

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Inward Investment

Regional development agencies such as Invest North East and Invest Newcastle regularly present and input into our meetings.  Our membership is working towards influencing a strong singular investment operation for the region, to maximise our international reach.  

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Planning

We work closely with Local Planning Authorities and host regular workshops across all seven authorities to build relationships between our private sector members, identify issues affecting decision making and help share our vision for strategic planning within the region. 

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Junior Chapter

Our Junior Chapter continues to grow, and professionals at the beginning of their journey within the sector, now regularly input and attend our member meetings as well as our specific Junior Chapter events.

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Member benefits

Influence Regional Growth Strategies

Join exclusive events with our associate members, allowing you and your team to share and feedback your views on consultations, strategies and policies.

Public and Private Sector Collaboration

The only property and development group which is committed to bringing the public and private sector together to drive change, utilising surveys and shared knowledge, regular meetings and yearly workshops. 

Exclusive Networking Opportunities

Network with both private and public sector members including some of the largest national and international companies within the region’s development sector. 

Forefront of Developing Policies and Updates

All our meetings discuss high level policy work and future developments happening within our region. By being a member, you’ll have full access to this information and additional updates passed on through our email communications.  

UPCOMING EVENTS

open to ALL

Developing consensus breakfast @ uk reIIf

“Developing Consensus is a membership group unlike any other in the country. It truly is a unique and incredibly beneficial offering for us as a region and I would urge any private and public sectors helping to generate growth within the property and development industry to join.”

Sandra Manson

Developing Consensus Chair

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DC Networking Breakfast @ UK REiiF

DC Networking Breakfast @ UK REiiF

Join Us at UKREiiF: Developing Consensus Networking BreakfastConnecting, Collaborating, and Championing the North East As the UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) returns to Leeds this May, Developing Consensus is proud to be hosting an...

DC appoints Nick Gholkar as Deputy Chair

DC appoints Nick Gholkar as Deputy Chair

Developing Consensus has appointed Nick Gholkar as Deputy Chair. Nick, who is the Executive Partner for the Newcastle Office of  law firm Ward Hadaway, started his journey with the property and development membership group volunteering as a scribe at a Developing...

Key Dates 2024/25

Key Dates 2024/25

To all of our members and associates, please mark the following dates in your diary. 27th November  2024 Venue TBC Developing Consensus Winter Social 4th June 2025 Venue TBC Developing Consensus Meeting 5th March 2025 Venue TBC Developing Consensus Meeting...

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