Resources

As a public policy and practice advisor I often get to reflect on how public policy works in the real world, what that means for policy over time, and what we can learn as academia researches what does works, and of course why some things don’t.   

Utility Aid is launching a new energy-switching site to help make it easier for parish and town councils.

With the Star Council Awards 2024 on the horizon, Blachere Illumination is proud to support them again and recognises the undeniable difference that councillors and clerks make within their communities.

The Marine Conservation Society explore how your community can get involved in the Great British Beach Clean 2024.

We take a look at how parish and town councils can help achieve net zero by 2025.

Our response to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero consultation on the barriers to community energy projects in England.

Many people take pride in their gardens and use gardening to help with healthier lifestyles but are they at risk of legionella.

Our response on the recommended approach to community benefits for electricity transmission network infrastructure.

Our response to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities consultation on its approach to developing Environmental Outcomes Reports to support departments in the next policy development stage.

This advice note directs parish and town councils to where they can find information about energy performance requirements.

This advice note considers the different aspects of selling electricity and the provision of electric vehicle charging points.

Blachere Illumination has designed and manufactured illuminations, specialising in Christmas lighting, worldwide for over 45 years.

In the wake of the pandemic, we’re all considering what the next generation of neighbourhoods will look like and how they will meet the needs of the communities they are designed to serve.

Perhaps the greatest challenge of our generation is addressing the pace of climate change before it is too late.

Our Tree Charter case studies highlight successful tree planting and preservation initiatives and demonstrate best practices and actionable approaches to enhance community tree cover.

Our climate change case studies showcase practical examples of community-driven initiatives.

This advice note concerns various matters that may affect the local environment and the appearance of the local environment

This advice note outlines the laws and procedures concerning keeping public places litter-free.