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Case study developed with iED
We’re proud to share our latest case study, developed as part of our membership with the Institute of Economic Development. It highlights how our place‑led
Sarah Perry
2 September 2026
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2026
thinkingplace, in partnership with the Institute of Place Management at Manchester Metropolitan University, is proud to present the fifth Place Pizzazz Conference on 12th November
Sarah Perry
4 August 2026
Podcast
Episode 35 of ‘Right place, right time’ is out now!
Why a Strategic Authority still needs a place story: the Devon and Torbay exemplar have a listen to Sean Anstee, CBE, Director of Operations for
Sarah Perry
29 July 2026
Blog
Future relevance: what can new places learn from the UK’s towns of culture?
Reflections from: Emma Drake, Associate Director, thinkingplace and Founder of Henbe Communications As the shortlist for the UK’s first Town of Culture 2028 was announced,
Sarah Perry
15 July 2026
News
All systems go for Ashbourne!
In the world of place marketing and making it certainly isn’t all about the big boys and girls! A few years ago we were brought
Sarah Perry
13 July 2026
Blog
‘Making the case for place as the new PM?!’
I’ve had time to reflect on Andy Burnham’s first speech as MP and front (likely only) runner for Prime Minister not especially from a political
Sarah Perry
10 July 2026
Podcast
Episode 34 of ‘Right place, right time’ is out now!
Enjoy listening to the passion and ambition of Councillor Adrian Moss, the Leader of Chichester District Council on why Local Government Reorganisation is exactly the
Sarah Perry
21 June 2026
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Brilliant Burnley as they win Council of the Year!
Unsurprisingly, Burnley have been unassuming (no doubt part of why they won!) about such a magnificent achievement! As our good friend Rachel Bayley, Burnley Place
Sarah Perry
17 June 2026
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thinkingplace delight at OBE for Board Member, Dr Martin Reeves!
Dr Martin Reeves, Chief Executive of Oxfordshire County Council, has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours in recognition of his outstanding service to
Sarah Perry
16 June 2026
