From Austerity to Prosperity: How One City Reclaimed £200 Million for Its People.

What if the key to a stronger national economy isn't found in Whitehall, but in the local high street? In this season finale, James and Olivia explore the "Preston Model"—a radical and successful approach to community wealth building that is transforming the face of British municipal power.

Preston didn't just survive austerity; it found a way to thrive by rewriting the rules of local spending.

In this episode, we break down:

• The £200 Million Shift: How Preston redirected massive sums of "anchor institution" spending back into local worker-owned cooperatives.

• Cooperation Over Competition: Why a model based on mutual support is outperforming traditional profit-driven systems.

• The Ripple Effect: How Preston’s success is now inspiring similar revolutions in cities like Plymouth and Norwich.

• Building an Equitable Future: Practical lessons on creating a sustainable economy that benefits the many, not just the privileged few.

Join us as we discover how Preston is proving that a more resilient Britain starts from the ground up.