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Our half-day conference on 23 January explored the state of the market, the social and economic value of workspaces, the implications of the GLA’s pilot accreditation scheme and, most importantly, how we can deliver workspaces that work for London’s future.
How do we measure the success of a place when compared to its surrounding neighbourhood or city-wide economy? FoL Alumni and invited guests came together to explore this question and consider how some of London’s most high-profile regeneration projects perform against a more holistic view of placemaking.
Local services across all sectors are best placed to connect employers and job seekers, but London needs a city-wide pool of information on skills and workforce trends, on how to access training and on how to find – and develop – a ready-for-work labour force. To help, the Mayor of … Read more
This Spotlight looks at some of the ways London authorities are already using business rates income to support regeneration and economic development.
Smart Cities are a hot topic, seemingly offering huge scope for innovation to help solve intractable urban problems. But the concept can be hard to pin down, let alone integrate into the complex work already carried out by London’s local authorities and built environment sector. At the moment, getting started … Read more
This update provides an sampler of what some local authorities are doing to deliver public services in the context of fiscal austerity.
This half-day event will provide opportunities for public- and private-sector property owners to meet successful SME workspace operators to fill spaces, promote regeneration or support new businesses.
On 5th May, Future of London and research partners Rocket Science held an event to showcase three new central London BIDs and consider the impact they might have on their areas.
The Evolution of London BIDs, Future of London’s new report delivered in partnership with Rocket Science, was launched on 10th March at the Shard.
New Future of London and Rocket Science report charting the progress and potential of London’s high-street and town-centre Business Improvement Districts.