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Feb 5th 2026

Insights Local government

Neighbourhood working in Wigan: from locality models to a relational, hyperlocal approach

In 2023–24, Collaborate worked alongside IPPR North to support Wigan Council to review The Deal…

Jan 29th 2026

Insights Learning

Taking a test and learn approach: resources and insights for tackling complex challenges

The challenges we face as a society are complex and no one person or organisation…

Jan 27th 2026

Collaborate news Insights Local government reorganisation

Why we’re working together to help councils make the most of Local Government Reorganisation

By bringing together a leading national law firm, a national governance charity and renowned systems…

Oct 6th 2025

Collaborative leadership Human Learning Systems Insights

What does a place-based approach to Human Learning Systems look like?

Practical insights from pioneering places The need for reform in public services has never been…

Sep 16th 2025

Insights Local government Local government reorganisation

The bigger you go, the less you know: seizing the local government reorganisation opportunity

With the appointment of a new minister, MHCLG has an opportunity to refocus local government…

Aug 4th 2025

Insights Reports

Reimagining research collaboration: how can universities help their local places thrive?

What if research collaboration was less about exchanging evidence and insight across organisations, and more…

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