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New report: Building on real case studies from across the country, Trading Places analyses the fundamental building blocks for new growth and regeneration to occur, focusing in particular on knowledge-based service companies. The report makes over 20 recommendations for both national and local government Find out more
New Report: This collection of essays has called for more directly elected mayors with powers over local police, transport and health services. Find out more
New Report: New Proposals ensure that voices of social, economic and environmental partners are heard under changes to regional governance. Find out more
New Report: Councils should offer financial support to homeowners to stave off repossession, prop up the housing market and support local buyers. Find out more
New Report: NLGN research suggests household waste incentives will be counter- productive, but that braver decisions are required on waste disposal. Find out moreRecent Articles
Many underestimated his ability to win an election and now the man they called the clown could surprise us all by showing he is able to govern. James Hulme, Regeneration and Renewal
Better governance may not be the most scintillating issue in London at the moment, but it remains one of its most pressing. James Hulme, commentisfree.guardian
Local authorities can take the policy initiative away from Whitehall and prove that locally devised ideas can make a difference nationally. Anthony Brand, opendemocracy.net