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REWIRING LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Grasping a once in a lifetime opportunity for councils
By Anna Randle | 04 November 2026
As well as making the case for the role local government can play in a rewired state, the sector also needs to ask for some enabling powers of its own, writes Anna Randle.
ECONOMIC GROWTH
Local growth needs consistency, not constant reinvention
By Sir Michael Lyons | 30 October 2026
Sustainable local economic growth requires long-term regeneration partnerships, strong council le...
REGENERATION
Loneliness is a public health crisis: Could city branding be the cure?
By Paul Blackburn | 24 September 2026
Paul Blackburn says stronger place identities can help councils foster connection, community and ...
COMMUNICATIONS
Sandwell: Taking action when your borough has the media attention no place wants
By Shokat Lal | 22 September 2026
Shokat Lal looks at turning reputational risk into decisive action when your borough makes the he...
COMMUNITIES
The government is backing community spaces, but who will keep them alive?
By Summer Simpson | 15 September 2026
Recognising a shifting political and public mood, Summer Simpson highlights the value of communi...
PLACE-MAKING
Why place matters: building a nuclear robotics future in Cumbria
By Kirsty Hewitson | 01 September 2026
Place-based investment can turn overlooked regions into national centres of innovation and growth...
PLACE-MAKING
Economic rewiring must also benefit towns
By Sarah Norman | 26 August 2026
Barnsley’s story shows why towns need long-term investment, says Sarah Norman.
PLACE-MAKING
Finding a proper place in our future
By Dr Helen Paterson | 25 August 2026
Northumberland CC’s chief executive Helen Paterson is developing an evidence-based think-piece on...
DEVOLUTION
Backing good growth locally
By Matt Smith | 25 August 2026
Devolution brings some risk, but also massive opportunity, says Matt Smith.
PLACE-MAKING
Calling for coterminosity
By Stephen Moir | 03 August 2026
Stephen Moir makes the case for taking a more radical approach to place
HOUSING
Market-shaping councils, better housing outcomes
By Joanne Drew | 11 June 2026
Joanne Drew considers the role of councils in enabling housing delivery and shaping local housing...
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