CLES in the Press
Corbyn shines spotlight on CLES’ work with Preston
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn singles out work of CLES and Preston Council for praise in a major speech on public ownership and the economy.
Procurement is key to creating local wealth argues report
Public procurement focused on local spending is key to creating wealth in communities after Brexit, according to a new report.
Who is really benefiting from the Manchester city centre housing boom?
Neil McInroy, CLES CEO, was recently asked by Manchester Evening News to add his voice to the debate around housing in Manchester, for an article exploring exactly who is benefiting from the housing boom in the city centre.
Jam and Justice: increasing citizens’ voices in decision making
This week, CLES Associate Director Jenny Rouse was invited to join ‘Divas up North’ on Salford City Radio to discuss democracy and governance, drawing on her involvement in Jam and Justice and her wider work at CLES.
A manifesto for local economies: 15 minutes with Neil McInroy
The Centre for Local Economic Strategies has published What Needs to Be Done, its manifesto for local economies.
What are the challenges of #DevoManc & how can the Northern Powerhouse benefit women?
CLES’ Senior Researcher, Victoria Bettany, joined Dena Ryness, host of the ‘Divas Up North’ radio show, to discuss the challenges of successful devolution and the potential of the Northern Powerhouse to truly benefit women.
Wake up to Money
Neil McInroy, Chief Executive of CLES, discusses the Labour Manifesto on BBC 5 live.
