Revitalising Local Economies: Strategies, Collaboration, and Place-Making with Paul Woodcock

In today’s episode, I sat down with Paul Woodcock, interim strategic regeneration, development, and place shaping advisor.Paul previously served as the Strategic Director of Regeneration and Environment at Rotherham Council. His responsibilities included overseeing economic development, environmental initiatives, and place-making strategies. During his tenure, he played a key role in shaping policies and projects that contributed to the borough’s growth and revitalisation.In this immensely interesting conversation Paul speaks about:· Economic Development and Industrial/Economic Strategy and what this could mean for Local Government and what are the opportunities.· How local authorities can put plans and strategies in place to grow the local economy and then how to implement these strategies.· The vital role of collaboration and the triple helix.· Finally, how to put these elements into a wider context, when creating beautiful places for local communities to enjoy. Specifically focusing on the importance of transport, residential, green spaces and culture & leisure in place making.