Regeneration for all? Measuring and enhancing levels of Black and other racial minorities' economic activity

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to explore whether it is possible to analyse if Black and other racial minorities (BRM) groups in Liverpool are benefiting from processes of regeneration, and their impact on levels of BRM employment and economic activity.

Design/methodology/approach

The article draws on official social and economic statistics and on qualitative interview data to provide a case study analysis.

Findings

It is argued that local regeneration initiatives do not always reflect and address the needs of different BRM groups and that this has contributed to the underperformance of the Liverpool's BME population.

Research limitations/implications

There are important research implications from this piece. The work has demonstrated that the limited data collection practices of a number of agencies that operate at a local level, struggle to understand the broad and diverse range of BRM needs.

Practical implications

Addressing the needs of BRM groups is hampered by methods of community engagement with BRM groups. While some examples of good practice are starting to emerge, challenges remain in relation to sharing such practice and the co‐ordination of data collection.

Originality/value

The article provides an original overview of the information requirements to better understand how BRM groups can be supported through regeneration.

Citation

Pemberton, S., Alty, C., Boylan, R. and Stevens, C. (2006), "Regeneration for all? Measuring and enhancing levels of Black and other racial minorities' economic activity", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 26 No. 5/6, pp. 229-244. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330610674279