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David Smith has been at the centre of the movement for social change for 50 years. At the core of his approach are adult education and community development methods that help people build locally-controlled, democratic institutions and effective, broad-based social movements. Here is a life-time of involvement chronicled in one book.

The highly anticipated fourth edition of Exploring Innovation expands on the wide-ranging and varied scope of innovation found in earlier editions. The text explores the diverse and varied forms that innovation can take to demonstrate that the process of innovation is about much more than inventing and managing new products. Written in an accessible style, Exploring Innovation encourages students to delve into a range of recent developments in innovation including frugal and social innovation. Extensive use of case studies provides plenty of practical examples that bring key concepts to life. The new edition features:.Two brand new chapters on Frugal Innovation - doing more with less, and Social Innovation - meeting social needs.Coverage of recent developments in green innovation with four new mini-cases covering sustainability issues such as the circular economy and community energy.A new focus on the application of innovation .12 new case studies including: Eco Wave Power, Brompton Folding Bicycle, Doc Martens, Evolution of the EV, Northvolt and Grameen Bank, along with many new mini-cases throughoutDavid Smith is Emeritus Professor of Innovation Management at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University.

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 has been a long time in coming to fruition. However, as from 1 December 2022 this Act has radically reshaped the residential rented sector, both private and social, in Wales.This book, by a respected author who advised the Welsh Assembly during the passing of the Act, is the first detailed treatment of the legislation. It is a must read for anyone interested in renting property in Wales.ABOUT THE AUTHORDavid Smith is a solicitor specialising in residential property, agency, and regulatory law. He is a partner at JMW Solicitors LLP in London. He is well known for his work in the residential property and agency field, especially in property licensing and consumer law and has advised local and national governments, large and small landlords and tenants and letting and estate agents across the sector.CONTENTSChapter One - IntroductionChapter Two - Law in WalesChapter Three - Renting Homes: An OverviewChapter Four - Who, What and Where?Chapter Five - InformationChapter Six - DepositsChapter Seven - RepairsChapter Eight - RentChapter Nine - Term and PossessionChapter Ten - AbandonmentChapter Eleven - The RHWA and the CourtsChapter Twelve - ConclusionAppendix One - List of RHWA Forms and Their PurposeAppendix Two - List of Regulations Made Under the RHWA

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The aim of the book is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the law relating to houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) that local authorities and environmental health practitioners use to regulate this sector.

Managing Microorganisms is the standard reference for anyone who works with microorganisms, primarily bacteria and fungi, but also algae and protozoa, yeasts, animal and human cells etc. It is applicable to researchers who maintain their own collections of strains, and those who use a public service culture collection. The book includes coverage of: - methods of preservation and characterization for different groups of microorganisms- best practice guidelines for culture collection management- how to protect investment in research with microorganisms- where to source microorganisms- how to store, handle and distribute microorganisms effectively and safely- how to design a sustainable business plan for a culture collection- health and safety issues, and the regulatory environment

Answers To The Struggles Of Life is a very thought provoking book. Smith presents common struggles that athletes experience and the choices they are faced with at different stages in life. The topics are gathered from personal experiences as a youngster, teenager, college student athlete, and life after college as an athlete. The book will help you discover your ultimate goal for yourself and for the ones you love most. Answers To The Struggles Of Life helps athletes of all levels with answering the question "What am I to do with my life after my playing career is over?"Answers To the Struggles Of Life is a gift to all young adults in the world. The stages of life that a person goes through is unique and unexpected. This book was created to guide an individual along their journey during the various stages of life.

This eclectic collection sings with melancholy, humour, wistful reflection and evocative insight. Written in a concise style that makes for rare accessibility to inner meaning, this is a thought-provoking and original collection of poems.David Smith is also the author of "The Stencil Room".