Community ownership: turning a right to buy into lasting community power

October 14, 2026 by David Smith

Our central concern is the protection of community value. cw Community Ownership : Right to Buy 13:10:26 Public investment, volunteer effort and locally generated wealth should remain dedicated to community benefit. Effective asset locks must prevent these gains being diverted into private enrichment, including when an organisation dissolves or sells an asset. Democratic governance, inclusive membership and accountability to the community are equally essential.

About David Smith

A lifelong co-operative and community activist, working at all levels of the movement. Ex Government Food Adviser; UK Healthcare Regulator. David founded the first Community Law Centre in Wales; directed the first EC funded Wales Anti-Poverty Programme: pioneering co-operative & place making community initiatives. https://www.svcymru.org/files/2021-03/david-smith-a-founders-tale.pdf Robert Owen Memorial Museum Trustee. Director, Sheffield Co-op Development Group. Graduate Ruskin College, UC Cardiff + PGCE, MA Keele; Professional Food & Management qualifications. Ex Lecturer, Gwent Tertiary College.
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