Events
CLES has over 20 years experience in the field of regeneration and local economic development and this expertise complements each of our training events. CLES trainers use real life examples and best practice from their project activities to shape the development and presentation of our courses.
Our annual calendar includes:
- CLES Training Programme Regular training events throughout the year at venues around the country. Book here
- Bespoke Training We also offer tailored sessions to meet your individual needs, as required. If you would be interested in a tailored course designed to meet the needs of your organisation telephone Lyn Stacey on 0161 236 7036 or send an enquiry via email to events@cles.org.uk
- CLES Summit This annual two day event provides a platform to learn about latest policy, share best practice, hear from key government officals, build on skills, make new contacts and think creatively.
- CLES Supported Events Throughout the year CLES supports or sponsors a number of events and can offer free or reduced cost places to members on many of these events.
- CLES Policy Events Each year, CLES runs policy events of interest to our subscribers.
CLES members can include event days in their subscription and can use these days to book places on any of our events and courses. Members benefit from discounts on the cost of places. For more information on membership visit the Become a member page or email us on events@cles.org.uk
See our upcoming events below
Overcoming the challenges of evaluation: An advanced evaluation course
1 Oct 2010
Building on the success of our popular introductory course, this new interactive course provides more experienced delegates with advanced training on evaluation.
Using Local Multiplier 3 (LM3) to understand how money circulates in your economy
14 Oct 2010
This course will enable delegates to use LM3 to calculate the impact of public expenditure on their local economy.
Local economic development
20 Oct 2010 - 21 Oct 2010
This two day course provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of local economic development.
Practical strategy development
25 Oct 2010
This course aims to provide delegates with an introduction to developing strategy.
CLES Commendations 2010
Three projects received commendations at this year's CLES Summit - Grow (Hull); The Star Inn (Salford) and East Lindsey Active (Lincolnshire).
Full details
Local Economic Assessment Network
CLES has launched its national Local Economic Assessment Network.
For more information click here.
Wellbeing Evaluation
Norwich LEGI
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HCA Placemaking Practice Review Panel

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