From Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2020, people across the country are invited to visit a community business near them during Community Business Weekend.
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2019 Community Business Weekend flourishes
The fourth edition of Community Business Weekend took place this month from 16-19 May. Over 200 community businesses across the country opened their doors and put on events for people to come and enjoy. From leisure centres to farms, cafes, community hubs and pubs, communities celebrated and showcased why community businesses matter. It was an […]
Britain not so divided, as new research finds most of us trust our neighbours
We’re living in divisive times – but Brits say their sense of community spirit is alive and well and helping rebuild fractured neighbourhoods. The new Community Spirit Index from independent trust Power to Change shows how community-run events and businesses are driving change and providing vital support in UK towns and cities, despite the divisive […]
How to promote your Community Business Weekend event to media and beyond!
Getting excited about Community Business Weekend? Have a great idea for an event but not sure how best to promote it? Watch our 35 minute webinar to gain practical tips to advertise your event and community business and learn about all the resources and support we have on offer. In this webinar we hear from […]
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Short thread on @peoplesbiz Take Back the High Street report by @williamdbrett and I out today. We need a bold new approach to town centre revival. Reviving the old retail dominated model wont work. Communities can play a major role as long term stewards of the high street
To "...capture the dividend that a greater role for communities can have in the development of the high street ... there are three changes that need to happen"
Great report by @peoplesbiz @vidhyaalakeson @williamdbrett https://t.co/z8rziWLxbL
WEBINAR 💻 | A Guide To Local Government
Councillor Andy Hull is joining us to discuss the guide & offer practical advice to community businesses on strengthening relationships with local councils.
📅 Friday 27 September
⏰ 11:00-12:00 BST
"Greater community ownership of commercial properties
offers a rooted, resilient and sustainable alternative to a high street model that is manifestly failing." Timely & galvanising report from @peoplesbiz on how to reclaim our (high) streets.
Power to Change on Twitter
“NEW REPORT📝| "Cut the number of empty shops by putting communities in control of high streets" Today we publish a new report, written by @v...
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Lots of analysis & ideas to chew on in this new @peoplesbiz report on the #highstreet. Cites excellent work of @GreatYarmouthPT in developing community led ideas, ones that help restore & reuse the town's many historic buildings.
Vidhya Alakeson on Twitter
“Check out our new report arguing for greater community ownership and leadership on the high street as the way out of the current crisis. We nee...
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