Download or read book Local Strategic Partnerships written by Hilary Russell and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical report draws on the experiences of New Commitment to Regeneration (NCR) pathfinders, which have been an influential model for LSPs, to identify lessons for good practice. Amply illustrated by case studies, the report demonstrates 'what works' in effective strategic partnerships and highlights implications for partner organisations and the role of government. It:locates current developments in the context of evolving urban policy;identifies critical success factors for strategic partnerships;discusses the dimensions of whole systems change necessary for partnership working;indicates key challenges and tasks for LSPs and their partners;points to the need to redefine central-local relationships.·[vbTab]·[vbTab]