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Night-Time Economy Systems Maps

Mapping the night-time economy at a local level to reduce unequal harms

Source of power:

Cultural resources (organised religion, cultural norms)

Derby

Swindon

Residents are proud of their neighbourhoods but not Swindon

Lack of diversity contributes to community segregation

Town’s poor reputation harms residents’ self-esteem

Low taxi use among young people due to Swindon taxi murders legacy

Reputational damage encourages bad behaviour

Gambling culture normalised in blue-collar industries and some ethnic minority groups

Weak town identity fails to connect communities

Town centre’s ethnic diversity makes it vulnerable to social issues

Work-place cultures normalise smoking, drinking and drug use

Rising youth violence often in areas with late-night licensed premises

Anti-social behaviour considered more acceptable in areas with poor reputations

Social media expectations

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