Renaisi was commissioned to evaluate the Leaside ‘Communities in Business’ SRB6 programme.
The core themes of the 7-year SRB6 programme, which began in 2001, were: putting communities in business; developing high quality neighbourhood quarters; re-connecting communities to each other; and, attracting investment and development into target areas.
The evaluation process involved both qualitative and quantitative work to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the SRB6 programme. Assessment included baseline analysis and output review, project case studies, value for money, delivery, and, the programme’s sustainability beyond the end of its 7 year lifetime.
Community involvement was also assessed, considering levels of inclusivity, influence, communication and capacity.
The qualitative evaluation process included stakeholder focus groups made up of local beneficiaries, local councillors, local businesses and community group representatives. Renaisi also undertook in-depth case studies of some of the major programme successes, such as the Crossways estate, Chrisp Street Idea Store and forthcoming Langdon Park DLR development.
The final report was presented to the Leaside Regeneration board of trustees in early July 2007.
For further information please contact John Hodson on j.hodson@renaisi.com
