Plus we speak to @jp_spencer_ from Labour Together about his new paper on how to rebalance growth across the country – or, in other words, how to 'level up', but actually do something that works. abundancepod.com/p/a-tale-of-tw…

Today we're publishing our report, "BritCard: A Progressive Digital Identity for Britain" - check it out here: labourtogether.uk/all-reports/br…

Changes to the Green Book rightly focusing on 'place-based business cases' and how to invest in places. Projects get stuck as they cut across areas like housing and transport without looking value for money to any of those single areas. A new approach could be transformative.

Spending Review document now available here: gov.uk/government/col…

Big welcome news on the integrated settlement front. Expanded to London as well as 2 new pillars for: - Environment and climate change - Health, wellbeing and public service reform 40% of England will now be covered by mayors with control over spending. gov.uk/government/pub…

Green Book Review changes are very welcome. They will mean simpler guidance, less complicated business cases and more focus on place. The planned review of the 'discount rate' could be big news for projects with longer term benefits. assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68494adb…