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Untapped potential of local people and local solutions
The Bradford Social Future Awards innovative pilot scheme was a partnership between JRF, UnLtd and Bradford Metropolitan District Council from May 2011 to June…
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LA Scrutiny Awards Shortlist
The Centre for Public Scrutiny Good Scrutiny Awards celebrate and gain recognition for the inspired and innovative work being carried out by those striving…
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Rural test of localism – report
The Localism Act is failing to ‘ignite’ interest with community groups, with many saying they can’t or won’t take advantage of the new powers,…
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Government annouces £1m support programme for mutuals
The Government has announced £1m to help more than 20 mutuals get off the ground, including several in the local government sector. Cabinet Office…
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How housing staff can help tackle child poverty?
Millions of children are living in poverty in the UK – and the number will rise as we feel the full affects on welfare…
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Social value – are you ready for the Act to come into force?
Don’t wait for the Social Value Act to come into force – it’s time to prepare now. The past two years have seen the…
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Could community budgets save £22 billion?
Councils could help save a massive £22bn over five years if radical community budget schemes are rolled out across England, accountancy giant Ernst &…
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Edible Bus Stop
Its not one of my many enthusiastic typo’s – Here is a great idea to spruce up your area Check out www.theediblebusstop.org – see below…
