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Think-tank proposes business rate supplement to fund works

25 May 2007

Local firms should pay a supplementary business rate to help finance transport projects, a think-tank has said.

Second Opinion - Oxford University

25 May 2007

Name of scheme: Radcliffe Infirmary and Science Area masterplans, Oxford Publication date: March 2007. Commissioned by: University of Oxford. Produced by: Rafael Vinoly Architects (RVA) and Terry Farrell & Partners....

Funding freedom

By Tim Williams

25 May 2007

Why councils should borrow more.

New Publications

25 May 2007

Unless stated, these documents can be viewed on www.regen.net/doc.

London eco-energy firm hits snags

25 May 2007

The London mayor-backed sustainable energy company is struggling to find suitable projects, its work handicapped by fears over commercial viability and obstructive council procedures, it has emerged.

Watchdog slams DCLG for Gateway deficiencies

25 May 2007

The Thames Gateway housing growth programme lacks proper planning, a properly-costed budget and strong management, according to the public spending watchdog.

Post office survival requires creativity

By Karen Buck

25 May 2007

Given the oft-repeated mantra that "post offices are the lifeblood of the local community", it is surprising how few new models of community provision have developed in response to the rapid restructuring of, and reduction in the size of, the post office network. The moment has come for all those with an interest in communities to step up to the plate.

Firm advises on red routes

25 May 2007

A business case for a further 24 red routes in the West Midlands is being prepared by Colin Buchanan.

Evaluation lessons - Hands-on help offers best results

25 May 2007

BACKGROUND Project: North Staffordshire Community Chaplaincy Project. Period of evaluation: June 2004-June 2006. Evaluating organisation: Wider Impact Consultancy. Evaluation commissioned by: The Mercian Trust. Aims and outline of the project:...

Regeneration upheaval in SNP Scotland

25 May 2007

After moving into the top spot in Holyrood, new first minister Alex Salmond plans to trim departments and scrap Scotland's regeneration agency. Such renovations could have a major impact on the country's renewal, says Jamie Carpenter.