Blog Archives - Big Knowledge https://big-knowledge.co.uk/category/blog/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:59 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Catalysing Collaboration at the University of Roehampton, London https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/catalysing-collaboration-at-the-university-of-roehampton-london/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:17:40 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=11422 Connecting businesses and charities in South London with academic experts at the University of Roehampton offers a powerful opportunity to create meaningful, practical knowledge exchange.

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]]> Building a World-Class Life Sciences District in Sutton and South London https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/building-a-world-class-life-sciences-district-in-sutton-and-south-london/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:03:38 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=11148 With planning consent now secured for the London Cancer Hub, Sutton and South London stand at a defining moment: the transition from vision to delivery of one of the most significant life sciences districts in the UK.

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]]> Planning approval secured for London Cancer Hub, paving the way for next stage of growth and innovation on site https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/planning-approval-secured-for-london-cancer-hub-paving-the-way-for-next-stage-of-growth-and-innovation-on-site/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:47:20 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=11138 Plans for a £1 billion expansion of the London Cancer Hub, led by Aviva Capital Partners and development manager Socius, have received consent from Sutton Council.

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]]> Life Sciences From the Ground Up: Why the Next Breakthrough Must Be Local https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/life-sciences-from-the-ground-up-why-the-next-breakthrough-must-be-local/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:16:56 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=10368 What about the future of our life sciences model? Three quick and connected thoughts

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]]> Five lessons about anchor networks https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/five-lessons-about-anchor-networks/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:29:30 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9996 The concept of anchor institutions – organisations rooted in a place that can play a defining role in creating and reinforcing local economic ties – has been present in the UK for over 10 years.

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]]> Making South London a leading “go-to and stay” place for inclusive, sustainable innovation https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/making-south-london-a-leading-go-to-and-stay-place-for-inclusive-sustainable-innovation/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:38:38 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9985 When I joined London South Bank University in September this year, it was clear that our Group’s greatest asset is our South London home.

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]]> Entrepreneurial Universities in Place: Powering South London’s Growth Ambitions https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/entrepreneurial-universities-in-place-powering-south-londons-growth-ambitions/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:59:16 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9817 At the NCEE, we have long championed the role of universities as catalysts for innovation, anchors of local economies, and drivers of inclusive growth.

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]]> Cultural Tourism: An Opportunity in Waiting https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/cultural-tourism-an-opportunity-in-waiting/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 13:20:32 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9784 Cultural tourism isn’t about isolated hotspots; it’s about connecting the dots to offer visitors (and locals) a coherent, compelling experience.

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]]> Place, People, Partnership: Delivering South London’s Growth Together https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/place-people-partnership-delivering-south-londons-growth-together/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:43:56 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9762 Great places don’t grow in isolation – it takes vision, identity and strong connections to create something bigger.

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]]> Test, Learn, Deliver: How South London Can Really Move From Ambition Into Action https://big-knowledge.co.uk/blog/test-learn-deliver-how-south-london-can-really-move-from-ambition-into-action/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:49:02 +0000 https://big-knowledge.co.uk/?p=9736 We say, "Ideas are a dime a dozen - it’s making them happen that counts." So let's explore how the Ambitions could hinder or drive innovation, growth, delivery, and impact in the region.

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