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THE LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PODCAST

Stack of books

Stack of books

Building the knowledge infrastructure for LED: The Local and Regional Economic Development Handbook

David Marlow

Jun 166 min read

A grand mansion sits atop a steep cliff, surrounded by lush greenery under a cloudy sky. A red flag flies from the tower, creating a majestic mood.

A grand mansion sits atop a steep cliff, surrounded by lush greenery under a cloudy sky. A red flag flies from the tower, creating a majestic mood.

The drama of ‘LED on the edge’

David Marlow

May 115 min read

East Midlands region map Nottingham Derby towns countryside transport routes regional identity

East Midlands region map Nottingham Derby towns countryside transport routes regional identity

Building the plane while flying it: what the East Midlands teaches us about devolution and the next generation of Combined Authorities

David Marlow

Apr 305 min read

A vibrant cityscape with factories, ferris wheel, and boats on a river. Blue and orange hues create a serene sunset ambiance.

A vibrant cityscape with factories, ferris wheel, and boats on a river. Blue and orange hues create a serene sunset ambiance.

Does England’s regional economic rebalancing need a stronger centre and national policy?

David Marlow

Feb 203 min read

Illustration of Scottish industrial waterfront with offshore wind turbines in distance, Firth of Forth setting, modern green energy infrastructure, dramatic sky conveying transformation and renewal

Illustration of Scottish industrial waterfront with offshore wind turbines in distance, Firth of Forth setting, modern green energy infrastructure, dramatic sky conveying transformation and renewal

Does the Scottish Green Freeport model hit an economic development and placemaking ‘sweet spot’ for area-based initiatives and zone-based policies?

David Marlow

Jan 275 min read

modern innovation district with mixed-use buildings, green spaces, walkable streets, and diverse groups of people collaborating in an urban setting

modern innovation district with mixed-use buildings, green spaces, walkable streets, and diverse groups of people collaborating in an urban setting

What is ID2.0 and how can innovation districts become inclusive growth flagships?

David Marlow

Dec 15, 20256 min read

Houses of Parliament illustration, with Budget papers and a briefcase strewn across the foreground

Houses of Parliament illustration, with Budget papers and a briefcase strewn across the foreground

Autumn Budget 2025: pushing the fiscal frontiers and the delivery challenge of devolution's new divide?

David Marlow

Dec 1, 20256 min read

Modern water treatment facility with blue-green infrastructure, wetlands, and sustainable design elements integrated into urban development landscape

Modern water treatment facility with blue-green infrastructure, wetlands, and sustainable design elements integrated into urban development landscape

Water utilities as local development partners and anchor institutions: Five big takeaways from LEDC’s episode with Scottish Water Alex Plant

David Marlow

Nov 17, 20257 min read

Hands in the air, motioning to be counted, faces not visible, just arms against a blurred, leafy background

Hands in the air, motioning to be counted, faces not visible, just arms against a blurred, leafy background

Is a progressive national identity critical to progress in local left behind places? Five big takeaways from LEDC’s episode with John Denham

David Marlow

Oct 6, 20256 min read

A hand wearing a brown watch reaches for red apples among green leaves on a wooden background.

A hand wearing a brown watch reaches for red apples among green leaves on a wooden background.

Building strong foundations as a precondition for sustainable growth and development…Five big takeaways from LEDC’s episode with Kevin Morgan on the foundational economy

David Marlow

Jul 4, 20256 min read

British currency notes scattered, featuring £5, £10, and £20 denominations. Text reads "Bank of England." Mix of blue and purple hues.

British currency notes scattered, featuring £5, £10, and £20 denominations. Text reads "Bank of England." Mix of blue and purple hues.

On the cusp of a big change moment in sub-national economic development…LEDC's big takeaways from Spending Review 2025

David Marlow

Jun 18, 20256 min read

University library bookshelves

University library bookshelves

Making the most of university-policy engagement - five big takeaways from LEDC’s episode with Sarah Chaytor

David Marlow

Jun 13, 20256 min read

Three overlapping circles labeled Physical, Economic, and Networking Assets in yellow, orange, and blue; central area labeled Innovation Ecosystem.

Three overlapping circles labeled Physical, Economic, and Networking Assets in yellow, orange, and blue; central area labeled Innovation Ecosystem.

Can Innovation Districts and Knowledge Quarters deliver genuinely inclusive growth? Five big takeaways from LEDC’s episode with Emma Frost

David Marlow

May 16, 20255 min read

scientist working with a microscope

scientist working with a microscope

Championing tech-led economic development – lessons from Cambridge Ahead

Mike Spicer

Mar 31, 20254 min read

Aerial view of a quaint village with red-roofed houses and people walking on a cobblestone street. Green trees surround the town.

Aerial view of a quaint village with red-roofed houses and people walking on a cobblestone street. Green trees surround the town.

The case for the ‘local’ in local leadership and government

David Marlow

Mar 6, 20255 min read

How healthier communities will deliver ‘healthy’ local economies

How healthier communities will deliver ‘healthy’ local economies

How healthier communities will deliver ‘healthy’ local economies

David Marlow

Dec 16, 20243 min read

Will the Get Britain Working White Paper get your place working?

Will the Get Britain Working White Paper get your place working?

Will the Get Britain Working White Paper get your place working?

David Marlow

Dec 10, 20244 min read

Beyond the Growth Mission – will expanded powers and resources for Mayoral Combined Authorities be good for LED and placemaking?

Beyond the Growth Mission – will expanded powers and resources for Mayoral Combined Authorities be good for LED and placemaking?

Beyond the Growth Mission – will expanded powers and resources for Mayoral Combined Authorities be good for LED and placemaking?

David Marlow

Nov 21, 20243 min read

Can the New Towns Taskforce improve the UK housing outcomes?

Can the New Towns Taskforce improve the UK housing outcomes?

Can the New Towns Taskforce improve the UK housing outcomes?

Mike Spicer

Oct 14, 20244 min read

Decoding the latest developments in English devolution

Decoding the latest developments in English devolution

Decoding the latest developments in English devolution

Mike Spicer

Sep 29, 20243 min read

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