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Cities Forum 2026 is fast approaching - register now to secure your spot!

Join leaders from local government, business & academia to discuss all things #housing, #culture, #climate, #infrastructure and more.

📍 Guildhall, Bath
🗓 Thu 11 June

Register: https://t.co/IswLSXJOhR

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Congratulations to @wrexhamcbc, shortlisted for UK City of Culture 2029. Previous Key Cities winners, @Hullccnews and @bradfordmdc, have demonstrated the lasting impact culture can have on a city's future.
🔗 https://t.co/UeWkaucFEV

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@bathnes SEND Reform Plan has been approved by the @educationgovuk. Developed with families, schools, health partners & young people, the plan will improve early support, streamline services & deliver better outcomes for children & young people with SEND. https://t.co/nzQbdkA1sI

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Plans to bring derelict buildings in @ExeterCouncil back to life are gathering pace, backed by the government's £125m Derelict Buildings Fund which will support the revival of the high street. 🔗 https://t.co/WeUuccf7p9

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Congratulations to @bradfordmdc being named UK Design Capital of the Year 2026 at @BuildingNews's Architect of the Year Awards. Bradford continues to show how great design can suport long-term transformation, local identity and attract investment. https://t.co/gRd2r4nnOm

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@SouthamptonCC's packed cultural calendar this summer suggests a city can reshape its reputation, from attracting visitors from outside the city to supporting local talent and strengthening civic pride.
https://t.co/ONTzQ521A1

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@prestoncouncil has launched a new Community Health Grant Scheme supporting local organisations to improve health outcomes locally. Eligible orgs can apply for grants up to £10k for projects. £75k is available through the programme. https://t.co/0UmmqkjAAk

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More pupils with SEND in @WolvesCouncil could be taught in mainstream settings suggests draft SEND & Inclusion Strategy for 2027-2029. Reforms would mean earlier identification, intervention & stronger inclusion with better access to specialist support. https://t.co/bIRqYLZCyb

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Devolution must deliver better outcomes for communities. @vincemaple's interview with @public_finance_ explains the network's role in empowering places with greater powers & resources essential to unlocking growth,& rebuilding trust in local democracy. https://t.co/tQbR3dOPwp

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@SunderlandUK welcomes Nissan's announcement of latest £170m investment, signalling a major vote of confidence for the city, its 6k strong workforce and the future of automotive manufacturing in the UK. https://t.co/x4E8XwwXq9

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A grassroots music venue in @NewportCouncil city centre has received planning permission to transform its upper floors into arts studios. Locally known, Le Pub, has been part of Newport's cultural and music scene for many years. https://t.co/oOam9MLhL1

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A once-in-a-generation opportunity to boost affordable and social housing must put councils at its heart. In @themjcouk, Cllr @vincemaple sets out why local leadership, fair funding and long-term certainty are key to success. https://t.co/r1GhcU9Kig

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@CumberlandCoun has launched a 6-week consultation for its new Local Plan to guide future development and land use in the area. The council is keen to hear from its unique communities, playing an active role in what will shape Cumberland's vision. https://t.co/OdWEhoFLaz

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Could England’s new Pride in Place programme transform local decision-making? Our latest report argues that devolving funding is only the first step. In @Hullccnews, three projects will receive a share of £20m. Read more: https://t.co/HMjq3mAtBa

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We recently launched Whose neighbourhood? Early challenges in delivering Pride in Place, exploring what it will take to turn devolution into real community power.
Our research finds that funding alone isn't enough. https://t.co/E0fgXuV18Z

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@WolvesCouncil has approved a long-term regeneration blueprint for its city centre which could deliver almost 7,000 new homes. The plans are part of the council's 'Our Future City Centre Plan'. https://t.co/2uPtflV2dS

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@BCPCouncil has pledged to commit £11.2m to IT infrastructure in the area to maintain and secure the council's IT systems and protect residents' data against cyber attacks. https://t.co/zHjYdiA0Vq

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Key Cities joined the launch of @PlymUni's Centre for Coastal Communities coastal classification and data portal at the House of Lords. Better local data means better policy, fairer investment and stronger outcomes for coastal communities. Read more here: https://t.co/dxfzAo7nLr

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Key Cities launches Whose neighbourhood? Early challenges in delivering Pride in Place, in parliament today. The report looks at early implementation of the £6bn gov programme and deriving success for local communities. Read the full report: https://t.co/V6WrKQfcaU

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Following @andyburnham 's latest promise to end rough sleeping, @prestoncouncil is set to receive around £1.3m to tackle homelessness as part of wider Lancashire scheme that will also deliver more than 1k homes. https://t.co/YVRMkTc80H

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With plans for thousands of new homes, the transformation of landmark sites such as Etruscan Square and Spode Works, and a bold vision for green energy at Chatterley Whitfield, @SoTCityCouncil is entering a period of real delivery. Read more here: https://t.co/eFYBTRnLDL