As Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) accelerates across England, councils face the challenge of delivering significant structural change while continuing to support economic growth and investment. But how can leaders ensure growth remains a priority when organisational transformation demands so much attention?

First-hand insights of LGR

Drawing on insights from a recent senior leaders’ virtual roundtable hosted by 31ten and Metro Dynamics, this whitepaper explores the opportunities and risks that accompany LGR, alongside practical lessons from those with first-hand experience of reorganisation, devolution and place-based growth.

The importance of growth

The discussion highlights a clear consensus: growth cannot be treated as something to revisit once reorganisation is complete. Instead, it must be embedded throughout the transition.

Key themes

The paper examines the common pitfalls that can stall investment and regeneration, and outlines practical approaches to maintaining momentum, including:

• Protecting key projects
• Strengthening governance
• Developing shared growth plans
• Fostering effective partnerships

Rather than viewing reorganisation as an administrative exercise, the whitepaper argues that LGR presents a rare opportunity to reshape local leadership, strengthen strategic capacity and create the conditions for long-term economic success.

Download the free whitepaper

Whether you’re leading a reorganisation programme, shaping your region’s economic strategy or supporting place-based growth, this paper offers practical insights and actionable recommendations to help ensure structural change delivers lasting benefits for communities, businesses and investors.

Download the full whitepaper to discover the key lessons from experienced local government leaders and learn how to keep growth at the heart of reorganisation.