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blog Jan 2026 Community spirit Power and leadership

Learning from Big Local: evidence from 15 years of community-led change

After 15 years, 150 communities, and over £200 million invested, we know more than ever about how real community power is built — and sustained. The Learning from Big Local website launches, offering comprehensive evidence from one of England’s most ambitious place-based programmes.

News Jan 2026 Community spirit

Big Local heroes: King’s New Year Honours 2026

The 2026 New Year Honours List includes three Big Local names – Donna-Marie Inwood, Christine Pattinson and Angie Buss – recognised for their services to their communities.

blog Dec 2025 Community spirit

2025: A landmark year of learning and action

2025 has been a landmark year for Local Trust and the Big Local programme. This end-of-year reflection explores how the Big Local programme has influenced national policy, secured major funding, and shaped the future of community power in the UK.