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The premise of Responsible Reform based on the current political and economic reality (‘austerity is the new normal’) and on the findings of Open for All? is this: ‘The Big State failed to create resilient communities, the Small State is destroying what remains.’
It seems central government no longer regards equality as a priority – and that makes the role of local commissioners more crucial than ever, says Matthew Jackson
The ability of voluntary and community sector organisations to represent and support marginalised groups has been seriously damaged. Equality must return to the top of the agenda, says Debra Allcock Tyler
The coalition government is absolutely right to strive for localism. It’s just a shame it’s so out of touch with the way its reforms are playing out on the ground, says David Boyle




