Mayor's office at the Greater London AuthorityLondon The Greater London Authority is the strategic citywide government for London. It is made up of a directly elected Mayor and a separately elected Assembly, which scrutinises the Mayor's activities. The Mayor is London's spokesman and leads the preparation of statutory strategies on transport, spatial development, economic development and the environment. He sets budgets for the Greater London Authority, Transport for London, the London Development Agency, the Metropolitan Police and London's fire services. As Mayor, Ken Livingstone chairs Transport for London. The Assembly questions the Mayor about his decisions. The Assembly is also able to investigate other issues of importance to Londoners, publish its findings and recommendations, and make proposals to the Mayor.
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Minerva LSE Research GroupLondon The Minerva LSE Research Group is a ground-breaking joint venture between Minerva and the LSE Cities Programme, which undertakes original research initiatives into key factors impacting on urban development with the intention of influencing public policy. In 2004 the group published - Density and Urban Neighbourhoods in London. Minerva is one of the UK's largest property investment and development companies with gross assets of over £ 1 billion. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.
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The London Development WorkshopsLondon The London Development Workshops are an HEIF2-funded project of the LSE London research centre. The project consists of a series of conferences, workshops and seminars designed to bring together stakeholders in key debates on London's economic, political and social development. Using the LSE's research strengths, extensive networks and reputation for contributing to robust public policy, London Development Workshops will operate to transfer knowledge and expertise from universities across the UK, at the point where policy formation, economic development and business activity converge around particular issues. HEIF 2 is a partnership between the Department of Trade and Industry/Office of Science and Technology (DTI/OST), HEFCE, and the Department for Education and Skills (DfES).
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The Corporation of LondonLondon The Corporation of London provides local government services for the financial and commercial heart of the UK, the City of London. It is committed to maintaining and enhancing the status of the Business City as the world's leading international financial and business centre through the policies it pursues and the high quality of services it provides. Among local authorities the Corporation is unique; not only is it the oldest in the country, combining its ancient traditions and ceremonial functions with the role of a modern and efficient authority, but it operates on a non-party political basis, providing a host of services and facilities for the benefit of the nation.
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Aula BarcelonaBarcelona Aula Barcelona was founded in1997 to develop a data bank and organise research and training in the field of urban management. It is a common space for reflection on the city, its past, present and future among university, private business and administration. The project is aimed at formalising the Barcelona model of government and urban transformation of the last 20 years and at analysing the future of Barcelona and of cities in the information society. The project is funded by private companies participating in the quest for a common language for cities of the future.
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London Borough of Tower Hamlets Idea StoreLondon The Idea Store strategy, developed and managed by Tower Hamlets Council, is a unique, highly innovative initiative designed to radically increase participation in libraries and learning. Through Idea Stores, the Council is relocating library and adult education services to high street venues, using high-quality design. This significant programme of investment delivers increased opening hours, seven days a week. The results have attracted worldwide attention, as library visitor numbers have more than trebled and course enrolments doubled. Services are delivered in partnership with a range of other organisations, including Tower Hamlets College.
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CABELondon CABE offers expert advice on architecture and urban design to authorities across England. We encourage policy makers to create places for people; help local planners apply national design policy; and advise developers and architects, persuading them to put people's needs first. We show public sector clients how to commission buildings that meet the needs of their users. And, crucially, we inspire the public to demand more from their buildings and spaces. Advising, influencing and inspiring, we work to create well-designed, welcoming places. |
