In a new blog series, originally published by the National Civic Impact Accelerator, Alice Pugh explores how civic universities assess their local impact, and why reframing economic assessments is key to capturing civic and regional contributions. Civic universities are universities which are embedded within their local area, they are rooted within a town, city and/or … Continue reading “Demonstrating the Economic Impacts of Civic Universities”
Category: Policy
Developing a Business Case: Introduction to the Financial, Commercial and Managerial Cases
In a series of blogs, originally published by the National Civic Impact Accelerator, Alice Pugh explores the financial, commercial, and management cases in business case development, focusing on affordability, procurement, and delivery strategy. Financial Case The purpose of the financial case within the business case is to demonstrate the affordability and funding of the preferred option, … Continue reading “Developing a Business Case: Introduction to the Financial, Commercial and Managerial Cases”
Bridging Gaps: Policy, Participation, and Mental Health in Birmingham.
PhD student, Henna Chumber shares insights from a City-REDI Social Value and Impact studentship, exploring youth engagement in Birmingham Promise. From the Classroom to Council Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of diving into the world of policy through a City-REDI’s Social Value and Impact studentship. As a PhD student in Psychology with … Continue reading “Bridging Gaps: Policy, Participation, and Mental Health in Birmingham.”
Project Spotlight: Uncovering Patterns and Policy Implications of Multiple Employment
In a new series of blogs, we will be reviewing the current and historical work of City-REDI. In the latest blog of the series, we look at Dr Darja Reuschke’s work on exploring the dynamics and policy implications of multiple employment, particularly the combination of salaried jobs and self-employment. Project Overview The “Uncovering Patterns and … Continue reading “Project Spotlight: Uncovering Patterns and Policy Implications of Multiple Employment”
Policy News – July 2025
This blog summarises the latest policy news that is important to place, including reports, inquiries, consultations, government research and events. Reports from Academics and Think Tanks Title Details Published Checking out: The varying performance of high streets across the country This report identifies four key reasons why high street vacancy rates vary so much … Continue reading “Policy News – July 2025”
Policy News – June 2024
This blog summarises the latest policy news that is important to place, including reports, inquiries, consultations, government research and events. Reports from Academics and Think Tanks Title Details Published Build to Rent: Patterns in growth and geography This briefing from the Centre for Cities examines the growing role of Build to Rent (BtR) … Continue reading “Policy News – June 2024”
City-REDI Roundup – May 2025
This blog summarises the reports City-REDI have put out in May 2025. Catch up on all the latest reports and projects in one place. Revealed: How much the US-UK trade deal will save the UK economy from Trump tariffs Research Fellows Dr Matthew Lyons and Huanjia Ma have been quoted in The Independent for their … Continue reading “City-REDI Roundup – May 2025”
City-REDI Roundup – April 2025
This blog summarises the reports City-REDI have put out in April 2025. Catch up on all the latest reports and projects in one place. Funding Local Areas – What does the English public think about changes in how funds are allocated to local government? Findings from a Citizen Engagement Workshop. In February 2025, 43 public … Continue reading “City-REDI Roundup – April 2025”
West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 3 April 2025
Concerns about geopolitical risks and further fragmentation of the global economy are leading to policy uncertainty and a weakening of business and consumer sentiment. In the Spring Statement the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer announced welfare reforms and civil service cost cuts, alongside an increase in defence spending. Businesses and households are facing increasing bills … Continue reading “West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 3 April 2025”
West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 30 January 2025
In the first 2025 edition of the West Midland’s Impact Monitor, President Trump re-entered the White House as the 47th President of the USA in January 2025. The Trump presidency is expected to foster a more protectionist trade environment. Renewed trade hostilities could disrupt global commerce, create supply chain bottlenecks and most likely increase costs … Continue reading “West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 30 January 2025”