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Learning from the DevoLab #5: How mayors and local leaders can create a shared vision for growth

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United Kingdom
Started September 24, 2026

Learning from the DevoLab #5: How mayors and local leaders can create a shared vision for growth melissa.ittoo Wed, 23/09/2026 - 15:06 2 Case study Megan Isaac Harriet Shaw Akash Paun Institute for Government Yes Devolution Regional economic growth Growth Local government Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government IfG DevoLab IfG DevoLab #5: How can mayors and local leaders create a shared vision for regional growth? No Devolution will be central to delivering the government’s ambi...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 24, 2026
Community input should be secondary to expert recommendations in shaping regional growth policies.
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Mayors should prioritize community engagement when creating a shared vision for regional growth.
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Local leaders should focus on short-term gains rather than long-term sustainability in growth strategies.
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Regional growth strategies should prioritize technology and innovation to remain competitive.
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Local leaders must prioritize infrastructure development to support population growth and economic expansion.
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Without transparent data on local assets, skills, and barriers, mayors cannot build realistic growth visions.
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Regional growth should be measured by both economic outcomes and social well-being metrics.
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Local governments must align their growth strategies with national policies to be effective.
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Local leaders must focus on economic growth over environmental considerations to attract investment.
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A shared vision for growth must include diverse voices to be truly representative.
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