David and Mike are joined by John Denham—former UK Government Minister and present Director of the Centrefor English Identity and Politics—to unpack the rise of English identity politics and its implications for place-based inclusive growth in the country. From the imitations of current devolution strategies to the transformative potential ofTotal Place 2.0, LEDC explores how local leaders can build cohesive communities in an era of fragmentation. Expect insights on neighbourhood governance, multiculturalism, the importance of the everyday economy, and a call for long term vision in both national and local policy.

John Denham's Substack: https://nationstateandpolitics.substack.com/