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Localism Bill gets royal nod of approval giving a vote of confidence to local community enterprises

Fri, 18/11/2011 - 12:31

The Localism Bill, which has been making its way through Parliament since December last year, received Royal Assent on 15 November, to become the Localism Act.  Co-operatives UK, the national trade body that campaigns for co-operation, is pleased that the legislation now exists to help ensure local people and community enterprises have a real opportunity to shape and influence their communities.

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Locality 11 Convention

Tue, 15/11/2011 - 13:32

I was recently delighted to attend the national convention of our member, Locality.  Locality 11: Communities ambitious for change event was held at the Palace Hotel, Manchester (1 Nov)

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