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From Sub-Regional Networks to Sub-Regional Localism: Experiences of Collaboration in England's Historical Black Country

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  • Steven R. Henderson

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Henderson S. R. From sub-regional networks to sub-regional localism: experiences of collaboration in England's historical Black Country, Regional Studies . Uneven development within the English spatial economy has resulted in a succession of national policy prescriptions, the latest phase being sub-regional local enterprise partnerships (LEPs). This paper identifies associated policy instabilities and questions both the strength of pre-existing sub-regional networks and whether such structures are advantageous for coterminous LEPs. A case study of the de-industrializing Black Country highlights strengthening collaboration across four local authorities during the 2000s, in addition to support for a Black Country LEP. Closer analysis reveals limits to network collaboration and the existence of various legacies which pose threats to sub-regional localism. Even in sub-regions with seemingly strong historical identities, prevailing local authority priorities can limit innovative responses to urban regeneration requirements.

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  • Steven R. Henderson, 2015. "From Sub-Regional Networks to Sub-Regional Localism: Experiences of Collaboration in England's Historical Black Country," Regional Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 49(9), pages 1497-1513, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:regstd:v:49:y:2015:i:9:p:1497-1513
    DOI: 10.1080/00343404.2013.845655
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