Purpose

This knowledge builder focuses on Area Programmes. They have become an important mechanism for addressing the needs of localities with concentrations of problems such as unemployment, educational under-attainment, low incomes, or crime.

Benefits

Area Programmes are clearly an important means of achieving objectives related to spatial planning, and such programmes need to be integrated with city and regional spatial strategies. However, problems have emerged in terms of co-ordination and integration of the many new area programmes. This knowledge builder develops your awareness of the topic and these related problems.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A knowledge builder considering the topic and the issues relating to Area Programmes offering a detailed overview of the subject. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

7 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)