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We earmarked January to publish this blog about hope (below). Then Keir Starmer launched Labour’s election campaign, using the title Project Hope. If hope is to become an election buzzword in 2024, we believe it’s vital to keep defining it as something more than a political soundbite – something that signifies... read more →

In a world facing a climate emergency, a group of extraordinary individuals has emerged. Not the Avengers, but a different kind of heroism — a community of the world’s mightiest citizens, joining forces to combat climate change through brilliant ideas, localised solutions and working together. Like many others, I am... read more →

In his Autumn statement the Chancellor set out a budget aimed at growing the parts of the economy that grow GDP, and moving more people who are out of work into jobs. But will these measures generate the jobs we need in places that need them? Is there a commitment... read more →

Much more than a fruit bowl in the staffroom Today, the Living Wage Foundation has announced the new rate for the national Real Living Wage* in the UK. Liz Zeidler, CTP’s Chief Executive reflects on how money, time, purpose and culture affect the quality of the jobs we do and... read more →

We’re delighted to welcome Clare Goff to our associate team, supporting our Communications and Research projects. Clare has a 20 year pedigree in journalism, communications, research and project management specialising in new economics, good business, local government, and communities – read more about her background on our team page. Below... read more →

Another Climate Week – let's use it as an opportunity to put our house in order, says Liz Zeidler Our world is awash with climate ‘solutions’. From recycled goods to renewable energy; from flood mitigation to carbon capture technology. As climate change turns to climate crisis and ever closer to... read more →

We are thrilled to welcome Lisa Groves to the CTP team as Head of Research, Data and Insight. As she steps into her new role, Lisa shares her reflections on the value of place-based insight and building connections.  I’ve been lucky to live, work and travel across many different parts... read more →

Inflation is all over the news. Endless debate about whether it is going up or going down, if it’s in or out of control, and what can be done to change it. There seems to be no doubt that it is important to all of our lives, but remarkably few... read more →

There is much discussion at the moment in Scotland about whether greater devolution, or indeed independence, would further the country’s ambitions to drive a Wellbeing Economy. At CTP we work with local and regional governments around the UK and this question has struck a chord with us. What role can... read more →

In 2022 the NHS set out a bold new system to help deliver joined up health and care services in England. Rachel Laurence explains how Centre for Thriving Places is supporting this project across key areas of its work. From July 2022, 42 new statutory partnerships, known as integrated care... read more →