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“We'd rather spend our time creating a space for people to come together than looking at funding applications.” Our report uncovers the barriers preventing community centres from reaching their full potential – and how to overcome them. newlocal.org.uk/publications/w… Trinity Rooms Community Hub

Our practice team works hand-in-hand w/ councils, the NHS & others to help them solve challenges alongside their communities. From designing an inclusive economy in Calderdale to tackling health inequalities in Edmonton. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/3NZOqmR

“Achieving change within a council can sometimes feel like being a mountaineer." Mike Greene, Chief Executive Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, on its new mission-led approach – one that harnesses community strengths & skills. newlocal.org.uk/articles/missi…

“People can't get their heads over the nuts & bolts that make a thriving community centre happen - from your toilets being cleaned to meeting regulations”. Sam Kirkby on what it takes to run a flourishing community centre - and why funders need to take note. More on our podcast

"For me, conversations about power are something I will take away and apply to my practice. The idea that power isn’t static; it ebbs and flows". Our Principal Practice Lead, Liin Nur, reflects on her first time at #StrongerThings 🌟 newlocal.org.uk/articles/celeb…

“There is one policy option open to the Government which would lay the groundwork for a deep shift in how public investment secures better outcomes” John Denham & @jesstud.bsky.social set out 5 reasons the Government should launch Total Place 2.0. newlocal.org.uk/articles/five-…

"In this next phase of Parliament, we need to get going and use proof of concept to push the reform ambition higher and the boundaries for change wider." There are hints at moves towards a different way of doing government altogether, writes @jesstud.bsky.social. themj.co.uk/government-sto…

"For me, conversations about power are something I will take away and apply to my practice. The idea that power isn’t static; it ebbs and flows". Our Principal Practice Lead, Liin Nur, reflects on her first time at #StrongerThings 🌟 newlocal.org.uk/articles/celeb…

Our Principal Practice Lead describes the research journey behind our latest report, ‘Where People Meet: How to Celebrate, Sustain and Reimagine Community Centres,’ commissioned by the Rayne Trust. newlocal.org.uk/articles/where…

In the latest of our How We Did It series, Emma Bull of Local Partnerships and Emma Bull of Cambridgeshire County Council discuss how they developed best practices for embedding climate resilience across council operations. newlocal.org.uk/articles/how-w…

"In this next phase of Parliament, we need to get going and use proof of concept to push the reform ambition higher and the boundaries for change wider." There are hints at moves towards a different way of doing government altogether, writes @jesstud.bsky.social.bsky.social.

"A vision for the future of community centres couldn’t come from our removed vantage as researchers. It had to emanate from the people whose daily lives are interwoven with these vital places." Our Principal Practice Lead describes the research journey behind our latest report.

"We know that climate change will impact every service at every level". Emma Bull of Local Partnerships & Cambridgeshire County Council's Emily Bolton discuss best practices for embedding climate resilience across council operations. newlocal.org.uk/articles/how-w…

“ I'm dealing with a resident who needs support for their wellbeing… Then I'm dealing with our fire risk assessment”. Centre manager Sam Kirkby explains the burdens facing community centre staff – and the personal and organisational consequences. More on our podcast 🎙

“There is an emerging opportunity for councils to reimagine how democracy can be done better”. Our Principal Practice Lead Liin Nur explains our ambitions for Waves – the biggest trial of digital democracy in the UK – and the solid foundations the programme is built on.

"In this next phase of Parliament, we need to get going and use proof of concept to push the reform ambition higher and the boundaries for change wider." There are hints at moves towards a different way of doing government altogether, writes @jesstud.bsky.social. themj.co.uk/government-sto…

.@jesstud.bsky.social and John Denham share a statement on the Deputy Prime Minister’s speech at the Local Government Conference 2025 👉 newlocal.org.uk/articles/new-l…

💻 Sunderland UK is on the front foot when it comes to bridging the digital divide. We had the opportunity to ask Nicol McConnell about ‘what really works’ when it comes to getting communities connected. Take a look at her insights ➡️ newlocal.org.uk/articles/how-w…