by Glenn | Jan 3, 2022 | Uncategorised
The policy cycle strikes again Rumours of restructuring Those working in local economic development in England in the UK can hardly be unaware surrounding the rumours of government policy, funding and institutional restructuring. The ‘levelling up’ White Paper has...
by Glenn | Nov 12, 2021 | Uncategorised
Local economies: top 10 tips for applying for competitive grants in the UK So you want to get some resources for your local community? I’ve been writing grant applications for public sector organisations and private businesses for over 25 years now. I’m pretty good at...
by Glenn | Jan 17, 2020 | Uncategorised
2020 will be a year where localities, cities and regions need to raise their profile with new cabinet ministers, and prepare to access new funding opportunities.glenn athey, director, mylocaleconomy Clients are coming to us in preference over big consultancies because...
by Glenn | Jan 17, 2020 | Uncategorised
Last week, the UK elected a new government, with a largely unkown policy agenda for cities, regions and local areas, or for any wider policy programmes involving enterprise, innovation, or skills. The local and regional disparities in wealth and economic performance...
by Glenn | Jan 17, 2020 | Uncategorised
Here in the UK, we’ve seen a big reduction in public service provision and staff. All parties in the election campaign are promising real change and investment – but delivering this will need a vast effort to rebuild and recover public sector capacity and...