Making Places Work
Our new research report explores the factors that drive successful regeneration. Get your copy today — simply input your name into the contact form and we'll drop you an email.
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About the report
Drawing on 25 years of data alongside insights from regeneration leaders, Making Places Work examines how places across the North have changed over time and identifies where genuine, sustained progress has been achieved.
It's a practical tool for policymakers, developers, investors and communities who want to create places that enable the people who live and work in them to thrive.
The most improved places in the region share common characteristics — and our research has uncovered four key lessons that can spark dialogue about exactly how we can make places work.
Four key lessons
1. Employment & education
Successful regeneration is defined by the creation of long-term job opportunities — not only in communities but for them. This requires a strategic approach to employment, investing in sectors that maximise a place’s existing assets.
2. Health & wellbeing
Regeneration should be rooted in a place’s identity. Prioritising the public realm — from reducing isolation and improving access to green spaces to supporting culture and the arts — is central to improving long-term outcomes.
3. Civic engagement
Strong, consistent civic leadership and a clear, shared long-term vision are essential to driving complex projects through political cycles. Where these foundations exist, trust in public leadership is strengthened and civic participation improves.
4. Inclusive regeneration
A persistent challenge is ensuring that regeneration delivers tangible social value for existing communities. Avoiding displacement and gentrification requires early engagement with local stakeholders and a partnership-led approach from the outset.
We make places work
As a purpose-led, independent law firm and certified B Corp, we believe that urban renewal is a powerful force for good. From revitalising town centres to constructing strategic infrastructure and housing, our award-winning solicitors play a central role in projects that breathe new life into communities across the UK.
Recognised by The Legal 500 for our involvement in "some of the biggest and most complicated development deals in recent times", our full-service regeneration team has over 120 experts in real estate development, planning, public procurement, housing and construction law. We provide the legal and commercial insights needed to break down barriers, accelerate progress and make places work.
To discuss your regeneration aims and ambitions with us, email regeneration@brabners.com or call 0333 004 4488.
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