Make high streets great again
Donald Trump’s recent victory shows how important it is to make people feel and see economic growth in their communities. In the UK, our high streets are a core part of getting this right.
Nick Plumb
Nick provides overall direction for our policy, research, communications and advocacy work. He oversees a team which develops new policy thinking, carries out original research and analysis, builds Power to Change's profile and champions community business.
Labour conference ‘24: What did we learn for community business?
At the first Labour conference for 15 years with the party in power, we were finding out about their priorities for community business, devolution, and the future economy.
Places and spaces matter: a Community Right to Buy
Power to change has long advocated for community ownership. Now that a Community Right to Buy looks set to be part of the government’s policy agenda, how can we make the most of this opportunity?
Push devolution beyond the town hall to restore trust in government
Trust in politics is low but devolving power to communities in the right way can help to restore it.
Do party manifestos matter?
With the election a few short weeks away, the political parties have laid out their plans in their party manifestos. What do these pledges mean for community business?
Why now is the time for a High Street Buyout Fund
Power to Change’s Nick Plumb outlines why community ownership on the high street is essential to their survival.
England’s first Community Improvement Districts could be the lifeline that helps save our high streets
Nick Plumb reveals the two London high streets named England’s first community improvement districts in a bid to revive the UK’s struggling town centres.