Once famous for the Sale of the Century, Norwich is proving that it has a grasp on the technologies of the century – effortless communication.

According to the BBC, the city has made 200 wi-fi aerials free to use in key parts of the city. It is something which Birmingham must watch and consider following [...]

Some of you may be interested in an event organised for September 11th 2006 which will see Sir Michael Lyons meet Sir Digby Jones (and others) to debate  “If a City Region is the answer what is the question?”.  Here’s the link for The Big Debate Birmingham.
For some background reading on the topic why [...]

I’ve just read of a new link between technology and philanthropy – vending machines which allow you to donate your change to a charity or social project.

It’s a very simple idea and perfect for those of us who would rather press a button at eye level than bend down to scoop some coppers from the [...]

I just wanted to draw your attention to the work of Clare Mulvaney.  Clare is on a 10 month world trip interviewing social entrepreneurs and active citizens.

You can keep track of who she meets and what she makes of them through her blog  at:

http://exceptional-lives.blogspot.com/ 

Our latest programme for the Grassroots Channel hears about a huge event in September (13th to 16th) which will bring hundreds of residents from different European Cities to Birmingham. The Residents University is organised by R4R Europe (a development from the orginal Birmingham based R4R). If you’re involved in regenerating your neighbourhood the chances [...]

 

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