NEWS & VIEWS
Read opinion pieces from the Locus team, along with updates on our work and key industry news.
BLOG: At the end of a busy year…
The Locus team reflect on an exciting first year, and look ahead at a busy 2023…
OPINION: “There is nothing ‘new’ about Investment Zones”
Investment Zones have survived government U-turns, but what exactly are they? And are they truly ‘new’?
NEWS: Locus to support Sunderland BID
Sunderland BID selects Locus to support them in realising their vision to create a vibrant city centre…
NEWS: Clapham Junction BID selects Locus
The Clapham Junction BID selects Locus to support them through the next 18 months of activity and projects…
BLOG: Head of Place Chris reflects on his first month at Locus
Our Head of Place, Chris Barnard, reflects on his first month working at Locus and the projects he’s worked on so far…
NEWS: Brentwood chooses Locus to explore potential new BID network
Locus and Brentwood Borough Council are collaborating on a feasibility project would could you see a unique new network of BIDs…
NEWS: Locus to support Manchester BID renewal
Manchester BID has appointed Locus to support them in their third BID renewal…
OPINION: “A comprehensive urban policy or a reinvention of old ideas?”
Several recent government announcements will influence town and city centres if they follow through to final legislation…
BLOG: The impact of urban strategy on the environment
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change recently released their damning report on the ‘Mitigation of Climate Change’. The report reveals that urban cities in `Developed Countries’ are responsible for producing more than seven times more emissions than those living in low emitting regions.
NEWS: Locus working with Cambridge BID to secure third term
We are delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with the Cambridge BID team…
NEWS: Peterborough Positive enters partnership with Locus
Peterborough Positive BID enter strategic partnership with Locus to manage and facilitate project delivery…
OPINION: “Online tax doesn’t lead to new demand for high street shops”
As the government launches a consultation of Online Sales Tax, our CEO Paul Clement explores the pros and cons…
OPINION: “Let’s import our own triple-lock into every BID ballot”
In the first of our monthly opinion pieces, Paul share’s his thoughts on BID ballot turnouts and the importance of transparency…
