Good Local Economics

Raising the volume on poverty and inequality in cities

On the back of an ever increasing devolution of powers, cities are getting a good press. A buzzy narrative portrays them as beacons of innovation, creativity and general wellbeing. However, there is a less indulgently supported and quieter story, in which the same cities are also crucibles of poverty and inequality.

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Where’s the consistent vision of localism?

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Mapping the transition to the new economy

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We need a localist approach to welfare

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Older industrial Britain being left behind

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A manifesto for local economies

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Q & A with Tony Armstrong: Keeping services local

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Will devolution create better places?

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Local government must respond to in-work benefit cuts

The government is about to announce £12bn of cuts to social security benefits. Although during the election campaign there was a commitment from the Conservative Party to make cuts of this magnitude – but there was no indication of where the axe would fall.