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‘Left behind’ neighbourhoods

We define 'left behind' areas as places that rank highly on the...

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Our latest news, submissions and research on improving prospects for communities across England

 

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Big Local and Community Economic Development

A snapshot of community economic development initiatives from Big Local areas
Local economies
blog
March 2021
Budget 2021 – does it deliver for communities?
Local economies Spaces and services
research
September 2019
Left behind? Understanding communities on the edge

OCSI/Local Trust research identifies the most 'left behind' neighbourhoods in England
Health and wellbeing Spaces and services
submission
Culture and creativity Organising and deciding Skills
Response to the House of Commons Education Select Committee

Read Local Trust’s response to the Education Select Committee Inquiry into left...
News
Organising and deciding Power and leadership
‘Left behind’ areas missing out on community facilities and...

A Local Trust/Survation poll in ‘left behind’ areas show that people living...
research
Towards resilience: Redesigning our systems for a better future

Exploring the concept of resilience and why it needs to be at...
Community spirit
research
Addressing loneliness in lockdown and beyond

How can communities support residents who feel isolated?
Coronavirus

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