UKR is about delivery: demonstrating how to transform places with purpose built private rented homes with a mix of other uses. We are in discussion with local authorities across the country. We welcome conversations about possible projects. There are very clear criteria in our “Framer”. This has 9 simple criteria covering: the right site; the right approach; the right way forward. Download our one page document “Framing the right collaboration” and contact us on projects@ukregeneration.org.uk
Megacities on the Move
Have you seen Birmingham’s new Vision for Movement ? Here is a city getting to grips with the new reality quickly. It brings together many things that I think are really important if we are to stimulate regeneration in this difficult climate. This Vision has emerged from a partnership of public and private sector, tied [...]
But “Who you gonna call? U – K – R!!!!”
Splendid blog by Galileo in his Observatory there. Has got us thinking. How about a UKR campaign? To the tune of “Ghost Busters”, a sort of plea to stop waiting for structures to be in place, or guidance to be issued. A plea to get on with things and stop waiting for permission. We are [...]
The Big Society Age – now it’s official
Punishers and devolutionaries Since David Cameron became Tory leader, the Conservative Party’s policy towards the poor has become increasingly punitive. Yet, at the same time, a strand has developed under the brand of Localism and the Big Society that has the potential to empower the poor in ways that would excite the most radical activist. [...]
