We are an independent, leading not-for-profit think tank that was established in 2001. Our work promotes localist ideas through research, events and commentary, covering a range of local and national domestic policy issues.
We publish research throughout the year, from extensive reports to shorter pamphlets, on a diverse range of policy areas. In the past year we have published reports on a number of subjects including:
You can read about our current projects here.
We run a broad events programme, including roundtable discussions, panel events, webinars and an extensive party conference programme.
We also run a membership network of local authorities and corporate fellows.
If you are interested in partnering with us in our work and membership network, please contact jonathan.werran@localis.org.uk.
We research and policy programme is guided by a mission to put place at the heart of policymaking, empowering local leaders and communities.
In particular our work is focused on four areas:
The thrust of our work, and how it can be achieved in today’s UK, is encapsulated in our report Hitting Reset, which can be read here.