A newly released LPIP report by Matt Lyons (City-REDI) and Stephen Brand (New Horizon Economics) examines how UK regions’ GVA is becoming decoupled from energy inputs and emissions. This blog summarises the report in 4 key points. 1- The UK is decoupling at the national level The amount of energy and emissions required to generate … Continue reading “How Regional Emissions and Energy Use Has Changed Since 2015 – 4 Key Points”
A Learning Journey on Building Cohesive, Powerful Communities
I am Dr Angela Jeffery, Co-Chair of Birmingham Citizens, and I am keen to introduce the Local Policy and Innovation Partnerships project that I am working on. Although a biologist by background, I have been working on Community Development since 2019, when I led the development of the Aston University Civic Agreement and managed the … Continue reading “A Learning Journey on Building Cohesive, Powerful Communities”
Why PRISMs Are Essential for Embedding Professional Standards in Place-Based Research Partnerships
Place-based research partnerships are complex ecosystems. They bring together universities, local authorities, community organisations, and businesses to tackle real-world challenges. But complexity needs structure, and that’s where professional standards come in. Yet standards alone don’t deliver impact. They need people who can translate principles into practice, navigate governance, and build trust across sectors. Enter the … Continue reading “Why PRISMs Are Essential for Embedding Professional Standards in Place-Based Research Partnerships”
Meet Glenn Athey, Economic Development Consultant and LPIP Hub Place Fellow
I’m Dr Glenn Athey, an economic development consultant and policy advisor with over 31 years’ experience working at the intersection of research, policy and practice. I specialise in local, urban and regional economic development, working with local and national government, combined authorities, universities, and major investors to design better policies and programmes. My work spans … Continue reading “Meet Glenn Athey, Economic Development Consultant and LPIP Hub Place Fellow”
Placecast: Episode Ten – What the UK Can Learn from Japan: Local Governance, Finance, and Place Leadership
In this episode of Placecast, Nicola Headlam speaks with Abigail Taylor (City-REDI) and Jeff Matsu (former Chief Economist at CIPFA and City-REDI Associate) about their groundbreaking comparative research on governance and fiscal devolution between Japan and the UK. Their work, supported by international partnerships and field visits to Osaka and Tokyo, offers fresh insights into … Continue reading “Placecast: Episode Ten – What the UK Can Learn from Japan: Local Governance, Finance, and Place Leadership”
Five Lessons About Anchor Networks
In this blog, originally posted on the CLES website, a Delivery Partner of the LPIP Hub, Conrad Parke discusses lessons learnt at a recent London Anchor Institution Network event. The concept of anchor institutions – organisations rooted in a place that can play a defining role in creating and reinforcing local economic ties – has … Continue reading “Five Lessons About Anchor Networks”
Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: Pathways to Inclusive Growth in the North East and Beyond
Professor Graham Thrower examines alternative approaches to addressing skills and economic inactivity and highlights the importance of creating pathways to employment for those from marginalised and disadvantaged backgrounds. The North East of England has long been known for its people – their resilience, creativity and sense of community. Yet despite these strengths, too many residents … Continue reading “Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: Pathways to Inclusive Growth in the North East and Beyond”
When the Stars Align: Partnership, Policy and the Legacy of LPIP and LPIF
David Legg, Regional Manager at Innovate UK, reflects that “the stars are aligning” for place-based partnership working. There’s a sense, right now, that the stars really have aligned for the Local Policy Innovation Partnerships (LPIP) and the Local Policy Innovation Fund (LPIF). After years of groundwork, conversations, and small but significant shifts in practice, the … Continue reading “When the Stars Align: Partnership, Policy and the Legacy of LPIP and LPIF”
Community-led Action Research: Announcing Recipients of the Second Stage of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Funding, Autumn 2025
Following the second call for applications from community organisations during summer 2025, Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales, in collaboration with its strategic partner, Together for Change, was pleased to confirm the six successful organisations this autumn, following an exciting and enthusiastic number of applications. The successful applications were selected from diverse communities across Rural Wales … Continue reading “Community-led Action Research: Announcing Recipients of the Second Stage of Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Funding, Autumn 2025”
Town and Parish Councils and Devolution: Small Scale, Big Potential
Dr Amy Burnett (LPIP Place Fellow), Dr Jason Leman (Citizen Network) and Dr Daniel Ozarow (Middlesex University) examine how town and parish councils could play a central role in making devolution work for communities. This discussion paper was developed following the National Association of Local Councils’ Power Shift Conference and responds to the English Devolution … Continue reading “Town and Parish Councils and Devolution: Small Scale, Big Potential”