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Best Practice in Regeneration: Because It Works
Best Practice in Regeneration Because It Works Author:Tony Trott Social landlords have a key role to play in regeneration. They can't afford to stand by while the communities in which they work decline. But effective intervention is not just about investment and housing. It also demands better partnerships with residents and other social suppliers to develop the local economy, social organisation and infrastr... more »ucture. This report charts a supportive project which linked four diverse regeneration programmes in different parts of the UK. By working closely together at all levels, the groups involved in the project improved their strategic understanding and operational approaches. The report highlights the key practical themes of successful regeneration - what works and where - and effective ways of learning from the experiences of others. Best practice in regeneration presents practical options for achieving: * diverse and flexible patterns of housing ownership, standards and tenure to retain stable communities; * residents who are committed to the area as a whole, not just to their own home; * community and economic development to build and sustain local capacity; * partnership working between and within organisations. This report is aimed at decision makers in regeneration partnerships, particularly social housing providers. It demonstrates the potential gains when managers and service delivery staff engage in peer review groups with those in other programmes, and shows how to make this happen. It will also be of interest to strategic planners and regeneration budget holders.« less