We want all communities to have the power to create vibrant and resilient high streets that work for them. We’re creating the power, backing and resources that community businesses need to take a greater role in shaping the future of their high streets and town centres.
Christmas can’t save the department store – but communities can
Our new report, ‘Department stories’ captures how communities across England are reimagining former department stores to meet local needs and reinvigorate their high streets.
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.
£2.5bn of levelling up funding stuck in limbo, public demand significant change in approach
New analysis from think-do tank Power to Change identifies 20% of total levelling up funding that is stuck in limbo. This comes alongside fresh polling by More in Common showing public appetite for significant changes in how regeneration funding is delivered in the short and long term.
Getting the value right for a Community Right to Buy
The Government's plans to implement a Community Right to Buy could be transformative for communities. But communities also need to be able to buy properties at the right price.
In this webinar, we discuss how the government can successfully implement a Community Right to Buy that works for all people, based on our report 'Getting it right: Introducing and implementing a Community Right to Buy'.
English Devolution Bill and Community Right to Buy could be transformational for community business
We welcome today's King’s Speech - which puts growth at the heart of the new Government’s agenda and outlines further steps to ensure thriving communities.
Funding for community business must be more affordable, flexible and accessible, new report finds
A new report by Power to Change calls on funders, social investors and government to address the challenges facing community businesses in accessing the right finance to start up, grow and scale their businesses.
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.
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?
Labour’s high streets plans a welcome step to Take Back the High Street
Labour has begun to set out a new vision for our high streets. Power to Change has the tested ideas to enable communities to take charge of high street regeneration.
With the right approach Community Improvement Districts (CIDs) can empower communities to lead regeneration in their town centres. Find out how to make it happen
Community led approaches are breathing new life into Britain’s high streets
Our high streets and town centres have faced significant decline in recent years, but a new community-led approach, pioneered by Power to Change, could be the key to unlocking powerful regeneration of our high streets.
New report reveals struggling high streets across Britain and highlights community businesses leading regeneration efforts
Power to Change visits some of the brilliant community businesses and social enterprises driving change in their communities in Liverpool and the Wirral.
Unlock your high street buildings with a social value lease
Local communities often have amazing ideas for town centre buildings, but struggle to get affordable, secure access. Here are some practical steps and free templates for reviving vacant buildings in partnership with asset owners.
Creating inclusive community spaces on our high streets
When it comes to regenerating our town centres, Community Improvement Districts aim to amplify the voices of community led organisations and residents, bringing them into partnership with businesses, councils and property owners, says Chris Neath.
Levelling up perspectives from the community to the national level
A new report on 'levelling up' from Power to Change reveals that some progress has been made for communities, but there is little impact being made, leading to public pessimism.
High street regeneration is a complex picture, but Back on the Map in Sunderland are piloting a Community Improvement District - convening a broad and inclusive local partnership to ensure regeneration efforts succeed.