Local economies
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How can the UK adapt to multi-party politics? Lessons from Gorton and Denton
Blog 6 March 2026
The Gorton and Denton by-election signals a shift towards multi-party politics in the UK. What does this mean for communities, democracy, and local government?
What’s the UK’s vision for HE? Let’s think local
Blog 2 December 2025
Senior Research Manager Tania Carregha explores how universities can act as civic partners to drive positive change in their local communities.
How can universities be better neighbours?
Blog 2 December 2025
Dr Al Mathers highlights how universities can act as true civic partners, building long-term, place-based relationships to generate measurable social impact in their communities.
New tool shows local ‘readiness’ for net zero
News 30 October 2025
GoZero Index launches to map local readiness for a fair, green future.
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill: what does the future look like for local councils?
Blog 2 September 2025
Our Chair Kersten England CBE reflects on the Devolution Bill, and what the future looks like for local councils.
East London and Essex communities to help shape Thames Freeport
News 1 August 2025
Collaborative project brings organisations and communities together to create a great place to live and work today, and in decades to come.
Net zero can be a polarising issue – but our transition must reach everyone
Blog 13 February 2025
Leonie Taylor shares her reflections on the climate story in 2025.
Where’s the rigour on the ‘S’
Blog 3 February 2025
Helen Goulden OBE and Dan Kemp, CIO for EMEA at Morningstar Investment Management and ESG Clarity EU Committee member, debate a Scope framework for social factors on the ESG Out Loud podcast.
£10m project will build stronger communities across the UK
News 10 December 2024
New £10m C4 Centre, led by Sheffield Hallam University, will strengthen community leadership and build connections.
Heritage organisations drive ‘meaningful and sustainable’ change
News 5 December 2024
As our Heritage Innovation Fund partnership moves into its third phase, organisations across the UK continue to innovate creative new ways of working.
New centre to drive ‘sustainable futures for all’
News 6 November 2024
Collaboration across universities, non-profits, business, communities and government will foster sustainable and equitable low-carbon living.
Luton’s ‘next generation of changemakers’
News 4 November 2024
New programme to help re-imagine and redefine community leadership for social justice in Luton.
