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Postcard from Brighton: The communities agenda at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference

Postcard from Brighton: The communities agenda at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference

The Liberal Democrats are buoyed by their recent election success, but still trying to define their role as an opposition party to the Labour Government. Power to Change visited the Liberal Democrat party conference to find out how they can be a voice for community business in this Parliament.
Political influencing in action: what we’re doing at the party conferences

Political influencing in action: what we’re doing at the party conferences

Find out how we’re backing community business at the Liberal Democrat, Labour and Conservative Party conferences in September 2024.
It’s just the beginning for community power

It’s just the beginning for community power

Deana Bamford of the We’re Right Here Campaign responds to the recent Guardian view on hyperlocalism.
Places and spaces matter: a Community Right to Buy

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?
Private space, public good – the private sector and social infrastructure

Private space, public good – the private sector and social infrastructure

Our new report shows that by collaborating with communities, the private sector can create vibrant spaces for community connection that have broad social and economic impact.
A new look for Power to Change

A new look for Power to Change

We've evolved the way we work, and with it our brand. Here's what's next for Power to Change.
Push devolution beyond the town hall to restore trust in government

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.
Tackling cost-of-living and climate resilience through the Resilient Communities Fund

Tackling cost-of-living and climate resilience through the Resilient Communities Fund

Community businesses are at the forefront of addressing the cost-living crisis and local impacts of climate change. The Resilient Communities Fund acted at pace to support them. Here’s what we learned.
Community shares are crucial to a future economy that works for all

Community shares are crucial to a future economy that works for all

Across the country, communities are using community share offers to save important spaces and run them in a way that works for them. How can we make this model work for everyone?
A community-powered vision for a new government

A community-powered vision for a new government

The next government must harness the power and potential in our communities to build a stronger economy and fairer society.
How can the new government make change happen?

How can the new government make change happen?

The new government campaigned on ‘Change’ at the election. But how can it make meaningful and lasting change happen?
Do party manifestos matter?

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?
Putting communities at the heart of our future economy

Putting communities at the heart of our future economy

If we are serious about financing the future economy, community businesses must be front and centre. It’s time to treat community business as serious economic actors.
Social investment that serves communities

Social investment that serves communities

Community businesses tell us they spend too much time and energy seeking the blend of finance they need. To bolster communities, investors need to seek out and embrace new financial models.
What are we doing to help finance the future economy?

What are we doing to help finance the future economy?

In the context of economic uncertainty, community businesses are at the forefront - but they need support too. Find out more about financing the future economy.
Unlocking finance for community business

Unlocking finance for community business

Access to affordable, flexible and accessible finance is essential to helping community businesses achieve their ambitions. Our latest report shows how we can unlock this funding so communities can create an economy fit for the future.
How we’re backing community business

How we’re backing community business

Power to Change has a renewed purpose and ambitions. With it, we’re shaping the conditions for community business to thrive.
What the mayoral elections mean for communities

What the mayoral elections mean for communities

Recent local elections welcomed new mayors and combined authorities to England. As the dust settles, we reflect on what it means for the community business sector.
Power to Change’s plan to take back the high street

Power to Change’s plan to take back the high street

The Labour Party has recently published its plan to save the high street. But what’s missing, and how can Labour drive a community powered revolution on our high streets?
Powering up Britain

Powering up Britain

Last week Labour announced their answer to the levelling up agenda. What role can community business play in powering up Britain?