CLIMATE CHANGE IS A SYMPTOM – WHAT’S THE CURE?
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... read more →
THE POWER OF PLACES
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... read more →
The great inflation myth
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... read more →
If power corrupts, would devolving power transform?
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... read more →
Could a wellbeing economy approach transform the NHS?
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... read more →
Unleash wellbeing insights with the Happiness Pulse
Our Happiness Pulse is a powerful tool enabling individuals and organisations to take their wellbeing temperature as a springboard for long term change. CTP's Katie Tiplady-Startin previews some of the... read more →
POWERING UP A NEW ERA IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT
A wealth of tools and resources is available to help newly elected councillors step into their roles with hope and confidence, says Liz Zeidler. Recently over 8000 councillors across England... read more →
If the economy is trapped, who’s leading the breakout?
Economy governed by growth is SUCH a familiar idea, it's VERY resistant to change. Carnegie UK highlights new approaches and hails the emerging disrupters. Guest Blog: Jennifer Wallace Director of Policy... read more →
How local groups can change the nation
The Hotspots Network is a group of organisations that formed slightly by accident when hardship swept through local communities in Gloucestershire after COVID. While central government dithered ineffectively, the social... read more →
The Leaders pushing beyond the limitations of GDP
Female politicians and leaders are redefining measurements of success, by moving beyond GDP and centering wellbeing and sustainability. This blog highlights how. A guest blog by Kate Petriw, Wellbeing Economy Alliance... read more →