Good Local Economics

Devolution’s age-old problem

Despite cynicism from people of all political persuasions, George Osborne has, since helping to steer the Conservatives to their first majority win in 22 years, reaffirmed his commitment to devolution. However, like a lot of policies championed by Osborne, it is built upon unstable foundations.

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Britain’s big cities don’t have a monopoly on growth

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Solving the skills mismatch

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The Futurebuilders story must be told if we’re to open the door to new social investors

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With full disclosure banking could be a race to the top

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Placemaking must be framed by fairness and equity

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Risky business: how cutbacks are leading local authorities into ‘exotic’ waters

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Local authorities and housing associations must work together in tough times

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Political parties, listen up! We need a new local economics

Over the years, I have been to dozens of party conferences across all the political parties. Given the opportunity, I have always tried to speak up for local government and local economics. However, in an oppressively centralised democracy, economy and media, this is a minority sport.

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Is government a social enterprise?

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Politicians must engage and empower communities

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Brisbane’s redevelopment: the perils of excluding residents

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Book review: Taking Power Back

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Do you have a dream?

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Housing – a multidimensional crisis

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Extending Right to Buy could kill community-led housing