Paul Kitson is currently the Corporate Director of Inclusive Economy and Housing at the London Borough of Newham, responsible for Housing Services, Housing Needs and the delivery of new homes, as well as Planning, Regeneration and Economy. Paul joined Newham from Birmingham City Council where he was Strategic Director of Place. Prior to Newham and Birmingham, he spent 10 years in Homes England where he honed his place-based skills and approach. Paul was Regional Director for the South East, led the Garden Towns and Villages programme, and was instrumental in leading Homes England's refreshed approach to regeneration.