@Localis

We are an independent, not-for-profit think tank promoting localist ideas through research, events and commentary.

 London, England
localis.org.uk
Joined September 2008
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Will Burnham's premiership finally unlock real tax-raising powers for local government? @Localis chief exec Jonathan Werran on what the incoming PM's economic advisers, chancellor choice and MHCLG move could mean for fiscal devolution 👇 localgov.co.uk/Fiscal-Devolu…

Fiscal Devolution – has stuff just got real?

As Andy Burnham prepares to enter Downing Street, Localis' Jonathan Werran asks whether his premiership will unlock tax-raising powers for local government.

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Join CCN along with our Strategic Partner, @LP_localgov, on Wednesday 1st July between 11.00 and 12.00 for a webinar covering their recent report with @Localis, Everything in its right place - establishing strong organisations and practices for successful devolution. Register here lnkd.in/eKkj5C4P
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Amidst the calls for civil service reform, good to reflect on the Extended Ministerial Office. Perhaps time for a return? @localis @themjcouk @CSWnews @instituteforgov @guardian @restate_thinks share.google/3Lro2LvqaBh0qcf…

Return of the Extended Ministerial Office?

Amidst the current calls for civil service reform, David Godfrey asks if Extended Ministerial Offices - as previously introduced in the Department of Communities and Local Government – could make a...

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Jack Shaw@JackTShawJun 5
There's a helpful set of visuals in @Localis' new report which highlight the coterminosity — or not — of strategic authorities with public service boundaries.
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Delighted to write about the growth potential of the #ThamesEstuary in this week's @themjcouk - and the importance of #StrategicPlanning to release it! @CatrionaRiddel1 @localis @mhclg @Nesil_Caliskan Regeneration: Hiding in plain sight share.google/ylHNpNgwwWUgcS5…

Regeneration: Hiding in plain sight

Spatial planning and a development corporation – or similar mechanism – are crucial to realising the full economic potential of the Thames Estuary, says David Godfrey.

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🛑🚧 Local elections 🗳️ and calculus of national politics 🧮+ institutional sclerosis 🏛️ suggest we're on a devolution road to nowhere fast @lgcplus
LGC@lgcplusApr 30
Devo gridlock ahead lgcplus.com/politics/lgc-bri…
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Jonathan Werran, chief executive of @Localis, explores how the Chancellor’s fiscal choices could shape local growth and investment for years to come. #autumnbudget localgov.co.uk/Autumn-Budget…

Autumn Budget Insights: The local government balancing act

Jonathan Werran, chief executive of Localis, explores how the Chancellor’s fiscal choices could shape local growth and investment for years to come.

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Proud to support @Localis latest excellent report on local investment with our friends @CIPFA Ride the Wave looks at how we manage investment risk at a local level. Read the guest blog on our website: corecities.com/news-insights…

How can cities create sustainable growth and manage risk?

In a new guest blog, Sandy Forsyth from local Government Think Tank Localis talks through the findings of Ride The Wave, a new report supported by Core Cities UK and the Chartered Institute of Public...

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🤔🤔In my October @lgcplus briefing I mark the centenary of Thatcher's birth with a comment piece marking her turbulent relationship with #localgov and it's ongoing legacy 35 years after her departure as prime minister.
LGC@lgcplus22 Oct 2025
Prisoners of Thatcher’s shadow lgcplus.com/politics/lgc-bri…
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Jonathan Werran, chief executive of @Localis, explores how the Chancellor’s fiscal choices could shape local growth and investment for years to come. Find out more below ⬇️ localgov.co.uk/Autumn-Budget…

Autumn Budget Insights: The local government balancing act

Jonathan Werran, chief executive of Localis, explores how the Chancellor’s fiscal choices could shape local growth and investment for years to come.

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localgov.co.uk/Autumn-Budget…

Autumn Budget Insights: The local government balancing act

Jonathan Werran, chief executive of Localis, explores how the Chancellor’s fiscal choices could shape local growth and investment for years to come.

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📕📰 Autumn Budget Insights: The local government balancing act - my thoughts in @localgoveditors of what the sector may face in November 26 Budget: link below
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Cllr Andrew Cooper, Dep. Leader LGA Independent Group, Callin McLinden, Snr Researcher, @Localis, and Phil Frodsham, Community Organiser, @TransitionNM and the @right_hereUK campaign, discussed how we can empower our local communities through periods of transition. 2/2 #LocalGov
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LGC@lgcplus6 Aug 2025
Paying More for LESS! lgcplus.com/politics/lgc-bri…
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What was most popular in July? Congratulations to @CPSThinkTank @RUSI_org @ProBonoEcon @thefabians @resfoundation @Localis @CentreforCities @HEPI_news who all had reports in this month's most read top 10! Read them all again here: bit.ly/45iN8LY
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London has a golden opportunity to reform the relationship between its boroughs and the mayoralty. How radical this reform will be depends on the guiding principles and objectives informing this change, says @jonathanwerran @Localis themj.co.uk/london-remade via @themjcouk
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Up bright and early on the last day of #LGAConf25 for the @Localis and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority breakfast panel debate about brownfield regeneration ☕🏠
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Empowering people and places to shape the future of local government. With over 130 speakers, 110 exhibitions and nearly 1700 delegates, #LGAConf25 is set to be the event of the year. All in the beautiful city of Liverpool! View the programme: orlo.uk/nPGi8
A sunny day with blue sky behind and the Liver Bird on top of the Royal Liver Building in the City of Liverpool in the foreground

ALT A sunny day with blue sky behind and the Liver Bird on top of the Royal Liver Building in the City of Liverpool in the foreground

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A report from the Localis think-tank warns that the Government's plans to reorganise #localgov could damage democracy in some parts of the country - themj.co.uk/councillors-lost…

Nine out of 10 councillors 'may be lost due to LGR in shire areas'

Nine out of 10 councillors may be lost in shire areas in local government reorganisation, academic experts have calculated.

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Jonathan Werran, chief executive of @Localis, reflects on what the Spending Review means for local government. localgov.co.uk/Black-hole-sp…

Black hole spending review

Jonathan Werran, chief executive of Localis, reflects on what the Spending Review means for local government.

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