A simple guide to 15-minute cities

The 15-minute city concept has repeatedly made the news this year. Here, we explain what the urbanism concept is and why it has become so controversial.
What are 15-minute cities?
The 15-minute city is an urban planning concept that, as its name suggests, aims to create communities where people can access key amenities by travelling no more than 15 minutes on foot or by bike.
The concept encourages the development of cities with multiple centres with offices, shops, restaurants and entertai