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‘Connections are made in the web of places that hold our neighbourhoods together’
Reflecting on the publication of his new book – Social Infrastructure in Neighbourhoods and Cities – Dr Jack Layton champions the spaces and places that support connection. 1/6
Government announces seventh Carbon Budget
The seventh Carbon Budget proposes ambitious climate targets designed to boost energy security, economic growth and community resilience 2/6
New programme supports community spaces and leadership across the UK
Announcing our role as learning and capacity-building partner on a two-year, Rayne Trust-funded grants programme 3/6
All change, please, all change?
Last week’s election results mark a big step towards 'political pluralism', says our CEO Dr Sue Griffiths, as she asks whether our democratic infrastructure is fit for the future. 4/6
‘Britain’s political volatility reflects the erosion of connection’
Ahead of this week's local and devolved elections, Dr Jack Layton, asks what voting predictions say about the desire for community cohesion. 5/6
‘In the messy reality of the private sector, the new Renters’ Rights Act has potential to improve lives’
To realise the growth politicians keep promising, they need to start with something unglamorous but fundamental: secure, decent housing. By Policy and Knowledge Exchange Manager Jacob Coburn 6/6
