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Local Prosperity Plans

results
report

Thames Freeport Commission

In 2025, the Thames Freeport Board asked the Royal Society of Arts to establish an independent commission to recommend an approach to the Social Value Framework. Read the commission’s recommendations in this report.
8 May 2026
Abstract illustration featuring a human profile, geometric shapes, a house, trees, clouds, birds, and a rainbow in shades of teal, grey, black, and white.

Local Prosperity Plans

Local Prosperity Plans provide a single, long-term, integrated strategic approach to delivering economic, social and natural prosperity for residents in an area.
Aerial view of a circular building surrounded by other structures, roads, and green areas. The central structure has a round courtyard with trees. Nearby, a river with boats is visible. Shadows and sunlight create contrasting patterns.