In his 2018 book The Social Edge, Anthony Costello emphasizes the importance of social trust and community cooperation as crucial for collective wellbeing, yet they remain overlooked in progress studies.
Politicians have acknowledged the benefits of localism, but many have neglected to provide the necessary funding and support. The Conservative governments have, in effect, dismantled community resources under the guise of local empowerment.
The Labour party's recent devolution white paper continues the trend of reducing councils, yet it introduces a community right to buy, potentially enabling communities to reclaim and repurpose valued assets.
Local government minister Jim McMahon highlighted the economic and social significance of community assets, stressing their role in preserving community identity and pride while also being productive.
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