New roadshow asks 'how should Plymouth develop over the next two decades'

The council-run event is making its first stop today

An image of Plymouth's famous Smeaton's Tower from the water
Author: Andrew KayPublished 9th Nov 2026

A travelling bus makes its first stop across Plymouth today, as the council asks residents how the city should develop over the next 20 years.

It'll stop in the Stoke and Devonport wards, before moving to other parts of the city over the next 11 days.

Councillor Matt Smith, Cabinet Member for City Centre Regeneration, Housing and Events, said: "The city centre is the beating heart of Plymouth. It's where people come to work, study, shop, socialise, access services and enjoy everything our city has to offer.

"But its future matters to far more than those who live nearby. Whether you're in Plympton Erle or Honicknowle, the city centre belongs to all of us and everyone has a stake in what happens next.

"We know people care deeply about Plymouth's future, but not everyone can make it into the city centre to attend events or visit our consultation hub. That's why we're taking the conversation directly into communities across the city, making it as easy as possible for people to get involved.

"This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a long-term vision for Plymouth. The decisions we make over the coming years will influence how people live, work, travel and spend their time in the city for decades to come.

"We want people to step aboard the bus, explore the proposals, ask questions and tell us what they think. Whether you live, work, study, run a business or simply care about Plymouth's future, your views matter and we want to hear them."

There's more about the plans here

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