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Power to Change
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We are the think-do tank that backs community business. We turn bold ideas into action so communities have the power to change what matters to them.

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While many social clubs have declined, some have adapted & modernised—providing rare in-person venues for collective action, community building, & political engagement. Learn & share ideas at the 21st Century Social Clubs Practitioner Conference in March 👉 buff.ly/heFQZfi
Centre for Democratic Business
The Centre for Democratic Business provides economic development and support programmes for democratic business in the UK.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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🗞️ Read the @theguardian.com article: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

📊 Read @nickplumb.bsky.social's breakdown of our 'Shuttered front' research:
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The UK’s high streets have reached a tipping point – and Reform will reap the benefits | John Harris
When even Poundland and charity shops are closing, we’re near a point of no return. But there is hope, says Guardian columnist John Harris
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January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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✅ Opportunities for community‑led governance, building on our Community Improvement District pilots and Community‑Led High Street Innovators work: www.powertochange.org.uk/what-we-do/p...
Community-led High Street Innovators - Power to Change
We're collaborating with a small number of community businesses to test and learn how community-led high street regeneration projects can be a model fo ...
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January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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That would include:
✅ Expert support for community‑led regeneration, building on High Street Taskforce
✅ Support to use new powers like the Community Right to Buy
✅ Stronger local economies by increasing community ownership and keeping money circulating locally
January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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One of our key recommendations is a Civic High Streets Accelerator to support community‑led transformation, bringing together power, funding and long‑term support.
January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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As the article puts it: “What the story boils down to is clear: a lesson in letting people on the ground get on with it, not vainly pulling rusty levers in Whitehall.”
This reflects what our research shows: rebuilding high streets - and trust in politics - starts with backing communities.
January 12, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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💡 @locality.org.uk's free online event offers practical lessons in community‑led regeneration for anyone working in or near a Pride in Place area.
📅 Wednesday 21 January
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Help with Pride in Place
Practical lessons in community-led regeneration. If you are working in or near a Pride in Place area, this webinar is designed for you.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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As we look ahead to the coming year, we’re excited to continue working with partners to shape the conditions for community business to thrive.

📚 You can still explore all the stories and thinking from our anniversary campaign here: buff.ly/EdCX7H4
Stories, films, and essays | Celebrating ten years backing community business
To celebrate a decade backing community business, we are bringing you a programme of events, stories, and essays, celebrating the community business sector,…
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January 6, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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Our film captures the unique role that community businesses play in national renewal. They build fairer and stronger local economies, create places and spaces that local people actually want and need, and deliver public services with community at the heart. 🎬 buff.ly/45SSZ3w
Celebrating ten years backing community business | Power to Change
With the right conditions, community businesses can help build an economy that works for people and the planet, give communities a greater say...
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January 6, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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🌟 With thanks to those who shared their thoughts, time & stories: @octoberbooks.bsky.social @starandshadow.bsky.social @stretford.bsky.social
@lpoolcityregion.bsky.social @jamestplunkett.bsky.social @anooshc.bsky.social @rachelcoldicutt.bsky.social @patrickhurley.bsky.social @npjgarland.bsky.social
December 18, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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🌟 Special thanks to Coalville C.A.N, Safe Regeneration,
@futureyard.org @wittonlodge.bsky.social and their teams and community members who appear in the film.

📚 You can still explore all the stories, essays, films, and comics from our anniversary campaign: bit.ly/4oqtR3v

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Celebrating ten years backing community business - Power to Change
Power to Change turns ten this year. To celebrate a decade backing community business, we are bringing you a programme of events, stories, and essays, celebrating the community business sector, reflec...
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December 18, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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With place and devolution back at the centre of political debate, it’s a timely reminder that those mapping a way forward should look at what has come before.
📘 Read Nick’s essay here:https://buff.ly/ElcnWP3
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Looking back to move forwards: A historical perspective on community and public policy - Power to Change
This month's essay from Nick Garland explores how past regeneration efforts like the New Deal for Communities offer vital lessons for shaping sustainab ...
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December 17, 2025 at 10:33 AM