Keys to the future: How we build a new era of community ownership
Think tank: Power to Change
Author(s): Various authors
July 7, 2026
This report from UK think tank Power to Change sets out a detailed roadmap for a new era of community ownership.
Community ownership is a proven, scalable driver of local economic renewal and resilient, connected communities. While political support has never been higher, demand for investment far outstrips supply, with the recent Community Right to Buy Fund touching just the tip of the iceberg.
This landmark research from Locality and Power to Change sets out a detailed roadmap for a new era of community ownership. With the right strategy, investment and support, community ownership can do far more than save at-risk buildings and spaces: it can create inclusive jobs, tackle isolation and strengthen cohesion.
‘Keys to the future: How we build a new era of community ownership’ lays the foundations for local renewal on a national scale.
