Abstract
The study is based on primary data collection from 26 communities across England and a literature review. Over 500 learning conversations have taken place with members of the community, activists and workers, alongside interviews with Big Local reps (individuals appointed by Local Trust to offer tailored support to a Big Local area and share successes, challenges and news with the organisation) and local authority staff.
Building on the first-phase report, Stronger than anyone thought, published in September 2020, this report draws on findings from the second phase of the research (October 2020 to April 2021).
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