Alice Pugh summarises the key findings from her recently released Inclusive and Sustainable Local Economic Performance Evidence Review. Read the report Context and Methodology The review summarises key academic literature, government reports, and real-world case studies related to inclusive and sustainable local economic performance, focusing on strengthening economic development partnerships within place. It examines inclusive … Continue reading “Inclusive and Sustainable Local Economic Performance”
What Good Devolution Looks Like
Helen Power and Tom Lloyd Goodwin from the Centre for Local Economic Strategies (CLES) discuss the need for the UK government to fundamentally rethink how English devolution works. This article originally appeared in the Local Government Chronicle and then on the CLES website in June 2024. CLES are part of the Partnership Delivery Team for the … Continue reading “What Good Devolution Looks Like”
Green Book Guidelines for Place-Based Interventions
Alice Pugh discusses how best to use the Green Book when developing place-based interventions. The Green Book is a guide issued by HM Treasury on how to appraise policies, programmes and projects. It is not a mechanical or deterministic decision-making device. It is a guide which provides a framework, thinking models and methods to enable … Continue reading “Green Book Guidelines for Place-Based Interventions”
Getting Ready for Local Growth Plans
Megan Streb from the What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth provides a series of recommendations for local authorities when developing Local Growth Plans. This blog was first posted on the What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth website in September 2024. What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth are part of the Local Policy … Continue reading “Getting Ready for Local Growth Plans”
LPIP Evidence Review: Innovation Policies for Local Places
This blog post by Dr Chloe Billing summarises our approach to an evidence review of place-based innovation policies and their role in supporting local economies, as part of the Local Policy Innovation Partnership (LPIP) Hub work. Our review takes a multifaceted approach, defining key concepts and identifying critical questions around innovation accessibility, tailored support, geographical … Continue reading “LPIP Evidence Review: Innovation Policies for Local Places”
Why it’s not always easy to think about local economic benefits
Victoria Sutherland from What Works Growth discusses the benefits of social infrastructure for communities. However, despite its importance, it can be difficult to demonstrate the economic benefits gained from it. This blog was first posted on the What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth website in September 2024. What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth … Continue reading “Why it’s not always easy to think about local economic benefits”
REF Impact Case Studies: Why Are They Important to Place-Based Innovation Policies?
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) case studies outline changes and benefits to regional economies, local communities, urban development, rural revitalisation, and place-specific policies. They showcase impacts on innovation ecosystems, smart specialisation strategies, and sustainable territorial development across the UK and beyond. REF impact case studies were submitted by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), following a four-page … Continue reading “REF Impact Case Studies: Why Are They Important to Place-Based Innovation Policies?”
REF Impact Case Studies: What and Why Are They Important to Place Partnerships? Felt Experiences
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) case studies outline changes and benefits to the UK economy, society, culture, public policy and services, health, the environment, and quality of life and impacts in these sectors beyond the UK. REF impact case studies were written by HEIs, following a four-page template provided for REF submissions. The template was structured … Continue reading “REF Impact Case Studies: What and Why Are They Important to Place Partnerships? Felt Experiences”
Enhancing Skills Through University Research: Insights From the REF
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) showcases the substantial societal contributions of UK university research. In this blog, Kostas Kollydas, Skills Theme Lead for the Local Policy Innovation Partnership Hub, delves into selected REF case studies that have influenced skills development, evidencing their impact on education, social care, and employment support. Read the first blog in … Continue reading “Enhancing Skills Through University Research: Insights From the REF”
REF Impact Case Studies: Why Are They Important to Place Partnerships? – Cultural Recovery
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) case studies outline changes and benefits to the UK economy, society, culture, public policy and services, health, the environment, and quality of life and impacts in these sectors beyond the UK. REF impact case studies were written by HEIs, following a four-page template provided for REF submissions. The template was structured … Continue reading “REF Impact Case Studies: Why Are They Important to Place Partnerships? – Cultural Recovery”