The Local Futures Group provides a geographical perspective on social and environmental change. We have worked with local authorities and regional/local organizations for over a decade, helping them to understand their places and working with them to develop long term visions for the future. Working with policymakers from a range of disciplines, we have developed a unique approach to analysing places. We have developed innovative ways of visualizing data, bringing it to life and telling a 'story of place'. We can help you in many ways. In addition to our unrivalled webtool Local Knowledge, we also provide research and strategy support.

We provide a range of services designed to help organisations understand current conditions and anticipate future change. We work with them to shape future visions and strategies - for regions and localities. We are an independent consultancy with a diverse client base, including:

National and International Organisations: European Commission; Government departments; English Partnerships; Confederation of British Industry; Local Government Association; Improvement and Development Agency.

Regional organisations: Regional Development Agencies; Regional Assemblies; Regional LSCs; Scottish Enterprise

Sub-regional organisations: Sub-regional Economic Partnerships; Learning and skills Councils; County Councils; Business Links; Thames Gateway London Partnership

Local organisations: Local Authorities; Local Strategic Partnerships; Development Corporations; Town Councils

Corporate: Regeneration consultants; Property companies; Telecommunications companies; Training and recruitment companies