Policy & Research

Shaping Policy and Research to Influence Government Decisions

We co-ordinate and commission policy and research on behalf of, and alongside, our boroughs, seeking to influence government decisions at all levels.

Our work focuses on our borough’s priority areas to deliver inclusive and sustainable growth, such as housing, infrastructure, net zero, skills and employment.

Latest News

Jul 01 — 2026

Central London Forward elects new Chair and Deputy Chair

Jun 24 — 2026

Independent evaluation highlights promising first year for Full Potential, Central London’s Youth Guarantee Trailblazer

Jun 03 — 2026

New report highlights growing climate adaptation pressures across central London

Jan 14 — 2026

London boroughs call to retain at least half of expected £350m overnight visitor levy revenue

Jul 31 — 2025

Fair Funding Review 2.0 – Central London Forward statement

Jul 02 — 2025

What the Spending Review tells us about the future of housing in Central London

The Government’s £39bn pledge for affordable housing is the biggest in a generation—but is it enough for Central London? Our latest blog looks at what the Spending Review means for housing in the capital and the challenges that remain.