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Truth about Local Government — 349 episodes

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Leading Public Sector Organisations Successfully: A Conversation with Steve Moore

2

Taking Control of Your Money – A Neurodivergent Perspective

3

Early Help, Real Lives: Why Children Still Fall Between the Gaps

4

Upstream by Design: The Corporate Role in Making Prevention Real

5

Power‑Sharing and the Future of Councils: A Conversation with Abigail Gallop

6

Stepping Up, Stepping In: Lessons from Interim Leadership with Steve Gibling

7

ABCD & Beyond: What Local Government Needs Next

8

Managing Conflicting Needs between Neurodivergent Colleagues

9

Inside NW Employers’ New Report: Neurodiversity – Line-managers’ Experiences of Support Provision and Skill Gaps Within North West Local Government

10

Tracks to Transformation: How Transport and Regeneration Unlock Place Potential

11

The Moment That Matters: Matt Masters on Joining OPUS and the Future of Workforce Design

12

Launching the LGR Initiative: Purpose, Partners & the Path Ahead

13

The Cost of Defiance: Local Government vs Sovereign Citizens

14

Risk, Creativity and Collaboration: Rethinking Urban Infrastructure with CIVIC

15

Beyond the Numbers: Why Housing Quality Matters for Health, Homes and Local Systems

16

Before the Ballot: What Prospective Councillors Need to Know

17

Enabling Better Outcomes: RPNA’s SA3 Approach in Bexley

18

Surrey at the Frontline: Leadership, Reorganisation, and the Future of Local Government

19

Corporate Landlord in Action: Nottinghamshire’s Blueprint for Smarter Assets and Stronger Places

20

Care as a Public Good: Stopping the Drain on Local Communities

21

Beyond the Blueprint: Why Behaviour Matters in Change Leadership.

22

Strong, Vibrant Communities: Why Town & Parish Councils Matter in Surrey’s LGR

23

LGR in Flux: Delays, Direction & the Signals Behind the Shake‑Up

24

Building Inclusive Growth: Inside Newham’s Strategic Place Vision

25

Beyond the Map: Why Governance Design Beats Structure in Local Government Reorganisation

26

The Legacy Coach: Rewriting Your Next Chapter

27

Creating a City of Culture: Insights from Arts, Health, and Innovation

28

Rethinking Transformation in Local Government: A Smarter Approach to Success

29

Culture as Catalyst: How Values-Driven Leadership Powers Organisational Change

30

Hull Forward: Leadership, Infrastructure, and Inclusive Growth – Insights from Leader, Councillor Mike Ross

31

Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government

32

Unlocking the Hidden Value: Rethinking Data in Social Care

33

Cambridge at the Crossroads: Growth, Justice and the Future of a Global City

34

Incremental Creep in Governance – Why It Matters More Than You Think

35

Beyond Boundaries: Leadership, Culture and the Future of Local Government

36

Ride the Wave: Local Growth, Fiscal Responsibility, and the Digital Future

37

Independent but Influential: The Power of Non-Party Politics in Local Government

38

Neurodivergent and Leading: Sara Harrup on Inclusive Governance and Executive Coaching

39

Oldham Rising: Leadership, Legacy and Local Challenges with Arooj Shah

40

Rochford Rising: Leadership, Localism and the Fight for the District’s Future

41

From Learning to Lasting Change: Making Training Stick with the COM-B Model

42

Local Power, Financial Pressure, and Regeneration

43

Local Power, National Mission: Are Councils Equipped to Deliver Economic Growth?

44

Turbocharging Housebuilding: A City-Led Blueprint with Cllr John Merry

45

Big Plans: Why Masterplans Succeed (or Fail)

46

Building the Future: Insights from Warwickshire's New Train Stations

47

Innovating for the Future: The Warwickshire Skills Hub

48

Leading with Insight: Managing and Motivating People Using Data, Evidence, and Insights

49

From Rayner to Reed: What Labour’s Shift Means for Local Government

50

Temporary Doesn’t Mean Second-Class: Rethinking Accommodation Standards

51

Planning: Is It Really the Problem? Rethinking Growth with Joe Fyans

52

Property Without Borders: Commercial Thinking in the Public Sector

53

Foundations of Change: Building Homes, Building Futures

54

The World at Our Doorstep: Rethinking Recruitment in Local Government

55

Policy as the Powerhouse: Why Local Government Runs on Strategy

56

Planning for Place: Strategic Vision and Policy in Local Government

57

Beyond the Books: Why Reading Matters to Society and What Schools Need Now

58

Vision That Delivers: Andy Algar on Making Development Happen

59

What Makes a Great Interim? The Core Characteristics of High-Impact Leaders in Local Government

60

From Strategy to Street Level: Translating Central Ambitions into Local Economic Impact

61

Power and Prosperity: Local Investment for Housing and Energy Futures

62

Furnishing Futures: Tackling Furniture Poverty Through Local Government Action

63

Building the Future: Tackling Infrastructure Costs in Major Developments

64

Beyond Growth: Rethinking Health, Wealth and Local Government

65

The Interim Edge: Staying Relevant in Local Government

66

Unlocking Local Potential – Skills Reform and Systemic Change

67

The Power of Storytelling in Local Politics: A Conversation with Cllr Gavin Callaghan

68

Unlocking Value: Leveraging Public Estates to Tackle Debt in Local Government Reorganisation

69

Setting Ambition in Local Government Reorganisation: A Conversation with Jon Ainger

70

Smarter Outcomes: Rethinking Value in Local Government

71

Power, Place & Purpose: JP Spencer on Devolution, Mayors, and Rebalancing Britain

72

Beyond Safe and Legal: Rethinking Local Government Reorganisation

73

The Cost of Cuts, The Power of Innovation: A Council Leader’s Response to Crisis

74

More Than a Tick Box: Rethinking Corporate Responsibility

75

From Policy to Practice: Devolution, LGR, and the Future of Public Services

76

Inside the Planning Fix: Harborough’s Strategy to Attract Talent

77

Connected Through Care: How No Isolation is Reimagining Inclusion for Children

78

Future-Proofing Democracy: Attracting and Retaining Councillors in a Changing Landscape

79

Grassroots Power: The Role of Town & Parish Councils in a Changing Landscape

80

Shaping Place, Shaping Futures: How Torbay Council Built a Narrative for Regeneration and Renewal

81

Digging deep: Mental Fitness Techniques with Beth Carr

82

Why LATCOs Need the Right NEDs – A Conversation with Mark Beacom

83

Fractional Futures: Rethinking Leadership & Resource in the Built Environment with David Goodwin

84

Digging Deep: How to manage stress with Beth Carr

85

From the Ground Up: Rethinking Local Government with Rebecca Murphy

86

Navigating Commercial Asset Management in Local Government Reorganisation

87

Steering the Ship: Governance in Times of Local Government Change

88

Digging Deep: Unearthing Wellness with Beth Carr

89

Resilience in Reorganisation: Andrew Pritchard's Journey Through Local Government Changes

90

Building Resilience and Adaptability in Local Government

91

Developing Senior Leaders for Future Challenges: Insights from Sue Naughton-Marsh

92

Mastering the role: how to be an effective Chair with Sir Christopher Haworth

93

Do not forget about ED&I, now more than ever.

94

From Strategy to Delivery: Navigating Partnerships with Marina Robertson

95

Culture and Place: The Hidden Ties That Shape Our Cities with Jonny Birkett

96

Retaining Wisdom: Navigating Retirement Challenges in Local Government with Chris Dunning

97

Find Your Path: Transforming Local Government Recruitment with Hannah Bartram

98

Beyond the Hero Leader: Developing Tomorrow's Leaders in Local Government with Niall Bolger

99

Achieving Hybrid Harmony: Post-Pandemic Leadership Insights with Sue Naughton-Marsh

100

Building Resilience through Leadership in Local Government

101

Community-Centric Major Project Delivery: Insights from Alistair Cunningham

102

Leading with Self-Awareness: Insights from Sue Naughton-Marsh

103

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Nurturing Diversity in Leadership with Kevin Gibbs

104

Unlocking Economic Potential: The Role of Free Ports and Local Authorities

105

Leading Through Uncertainty, Essential Support for Leaders Getting Ready for Local Government Reform

106

Net Zero: Why Places Are Falling Short and What Can Be Done with Jonny Birkett

107

Transforming Local Government: Embracing Punk Ideology with Martyn Cockram

108

Resilience in Action: How Alliance Leisure Overcame ISG's Collapse

109

Building Second Chances: Sustainable Employment for Ex-Offenders in the Housing Sector

110

Leisure at the Heart of Local Government Strategy – How to Make ‘Leisure’ Work for You?

111

Empowering Foster Care: Insights from Louise Allen

112

ProAge's Mission to Collaberate with Local Authorities to Build Age-Inclusive Communities

113

The Changing Night-Time Economy: Why It Should No Longer Be an Afterthought in Place Regeneration with Jonny Birkett

114

Empowering Communities: Planning as a Catalyst in Local Government with Jonathan Wade

115

Nurturing Innovation: Fostering and Sustaining Creative Thinking in Local Government

116

The dichotomy of political accountability vs officer responsibility with Kate Fairhurst

117

Combating Child Poverty: Insights and Strategies with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness

118

Innovative Leadership for a Digital Government: A Conversation with Claire Handby

119

Navigating the Complexity of Setting Up a Combined Authority: Insights from Paul Patterson

120

Building the Future: Addressing the Housing Crisis with Sustainable Solutions

121

Navigating Successful Disposal Programs: Insights from Amal Uddin

122

Beyond Economics: Redefining Success in Contemporary Place Regeneration with Jonny Birkett

123

Bridging the Gap: Empowering SEND Futures Through Collaboration with Claire Cookson

124

Bridging the Gap: Attracting and Retaining Young Talent in the Public Sector with Sarah Noble

125

Local leaders: pioneering progress, partnership, and planet with Robert Burns

126

East Suffolk – representing the place and changing perceptions with Chris Bally

127

Councils Leading the Charge: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Locally

128

Durham’s New Dawn: Shaping Identity in the North East Combined Authority with Amanda Hopgood

129

Outcome over hours: revolutionising social care featuring Paula Braynion & Samantha-Jo Scarbrough-Lang

130

Restoration and Resilience: Building Capacity and Capability in the South East with Joe Fyans

131

Transforming Health and Community Wellbeing: The Power of Social Prescribing with Koen Bartels

132

Empowering Local Governance: Building a Participatory Culture for Change

133

Green Horizons: Decarbonizing Leisure Spaces with Space-Place

134

Outcome over process: planning for success at scale with Eric Owens

135

Transformative leadership: building high-performing cultures and empowering teams with Kim Davies

136

How to attract and retain blue collar trades and maintenance staff with Alex Frith

137

Procurement power: driving engagement, commercial success, and social value with Simon Bullimore

138

Unlocking Greenfield Development with Catesby Estates

139

Echoes of Change: Ian Davidson and Matthew Gladstone on a Century-Long Fight for Progress

140

Scaling Strengths-Based Practice in Adult Social Care: Insights from Alex Fox OBE

141

Navigating Creativity: Insights from 'I Didn't Row the Atlantic' with Andy Begley

142

Navigating local government: enhancing customer and digital services for corporate success with Mark Haynes

143

Navigating Recruitment in Turbulent Times: Strategies for Success During Global Challenges

144

Beyond the Paycheck: Enhancing Total Reward and EVP in Local Authorities with Matt Gofton and Xavier Taylor

145

Gen Z and governance: bridging the gap in Local Government recruitment featuring Alex Atherton

146

Transforming Local Government: Insourcing, Planning Culture, and Strategic Partnerships for Housing Compliance with Paul Patterson

147

The Four Day Week: The South Cambridgeshire Revolution

148

Bridging local government funding gap: Insights from Andy Pike

149

Breaking Barriers: Advice for Aspiring Female Leaders in Facilities Management with Sandra Flannery

150

Policy matters: essential strategies for effective local government leadership featuring Matt Wilton

151

How to develop and retain resilience with Rachel McKoy

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Shining in interviews: mastering the STAR technique with Steph McKay

153

Procurement power: driving engagement, commercial success, and social value with Simon Bullimore

154

Commercial Innovation in the Public Sector: Leadership and Pragmatic Solutions with Dr. Claire Handby

155

Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Diversity in Non-Executive Directorships with ENABL featuring Joanna McCrae

156

Legal Leadership in political landscapes with Asif Ibrahim

157

Healing Tracks: Navigating Mental Health at work with Gemma Platt and Matt Gofton

158

Exploring parking solutions with Sarah Randall

159

Navigating the World of Contracting in Local Government

160

Strengthening Local Government Resilience Through Joint Ventures and LATCOs Ft Paul Pawa

161

Transforming operations: mastering organisational development and commercial excellence with Jonathan Fitzgerald-Guy

162

Gloucester City Council’s Journey: Embracing Evolution with Jon McGinty

163

Exploring recruitment trends in the public sector in 2024 with Joe Glendon and Steph McKay

164

The grassroots effect: tracing the impact of local democracy on services featuring Sarah Tyler

165

Achieving Net Zero: Do We Have the Data to Start? With Alex Gee

166

Resetting Social Care: Addressing Unsustainable Costs with Stephen Young

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Integrating Risk, Reward, and Resilience into your development & place shaping strategy Ft Sir Chris Haworth

168

Where Should Property Sit in a Local Authority? Resources vs. Place with Alex Gee

169

Retrofitting for a Better Future: How Seddon Transforms Social Housing with Peter Jackson

170

Deep dive into the S114 lifecycle with Amardeep Gill (part 2)

171

Luton’s data-driven transformation: unleashing local potential with Local Partnership LLP

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Strategy vs Structure: Crafting Tomorrow’s Corporate Landlord Vision with Alex Gee

173

Investing for Good: Empowering Local Authorities to Drive Positive Change with Joseph Holmes

174

Navigating the Place Agenda: Three Key Challenges for Local Authorities with Scott Tompkins

175

Deep dive into the S114 lifecycle with Amardeep Gill (part 1)

176

Ahead of the Curve: Council Strategies with John Quinn

177

Navigating the Storm: Surviving Amidst Financial Challenges in Local Government with Joseph Holmes

178

Beyond the tech: optimizing IT for sustainable change in local authorities with Ashley Roper

179

Efficiency Unlocked: Davina Nandhra’s Blueprint for Public Sector Excellence

180

How to Deliver in the North with Jane Meek

181

Maximising consultancy value: when to hire, how to benefit, and ensuring success with Ebony Hughes

182

From Tradition to Innovation: Shaping the Future of Town Centers with John Percy

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Shaping Identity and Driving Growth: The Power of Corporate Priorities and Project Delivery with Tim Atkins

184

Building Together: The Power of Public-Private Partnerships in Urban Housing Delivery with John Percy.

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Navigating Financial Resilience: How to Avoid S114 Notices with Max Caller

186

Triple Value Impact: Redefining the Market with Innovative Digital Solutions with Tim Pitts

187

Building the Future: The Crucial Role of Organizational Readiness in Sustainable Transformation with Paul Knight

188

The Future of Local Government: 2044 and Beyond featuring Professor Colin Copus

189

Designing Trust: Building Community Bonds Through Co-Creation with Sophie Evans

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Championing diversity and inclusion in local government with Temi Fawehinmi

191

Mining for Solutions: How the Coal Authority Collaborates with Local Authorities with Lisa Pinney

192

Blueprint for better: unpacking local development orders and planning powers featuring Tracey Coleman

193

Fiscal foundations: rethinking equity and efficiency in local government finance with Peter Murphy, Part 1.

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The road to a more fair, efficient, and effective council financial systems with Professor Peter Murphy part 2.

195

Tech Ambitions Unleashed: Crafting Winning IT Strategies with Richard Godfrey

196

Decisive momentum in place shaping with Matthew Trewartha

197

Civic Courage: Confronting Intimidation in Council Chambers and Beyond featuring Colin Copus.

198

Navigating Simultaneous Local and National Political Changes: Effective Leadership Strategies for Chief Executives featuring Matt Prosser

199

Revitalising Local Economies: Strategies, Collaboration, and Place-Making with Paul Woodcock

200

Civic Sentinels: The Role of Local Authorities in Ensuring Community Safety with Ian Billham

201

Climate crusade: local leadership for global change featuring Ciarán Hayes

202

Beyond the Logo: Unveiling the Essence of Branding with Paul Woodford

203

Cultivating Effective Governance in Local Authorities with Simon Goacher

204

Structure, Agency, and Local Climate Governance: How Do Individual Actors Exploit Local Contexts to Shape Policymaking in Smaller Cities and Towns?

205

Breaking down barriers in Local Authority recruitment with Nicola Hallworth-Rudd

206

Supporting Midlife Women in the Public Sector with Sarah Clein

207

Stockport’s £1 Billion Regeneration Plans: Shaping the Future with Paul Richards

208

Rising Together: Turning External Challenges into Community Strength FT Jim Savege

209

Why communications and engagement are imperative in planning Ft Rowan Cole

210

Unleashing Digital Transformation: West Lindsey District Council’s Journey Ft Ian Knowles

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Navigating Civic Apathy: Unraveling Behavior Challenges affecting Local Government with Jackie Weaver

212

Navigating the Urban Landscape: Building Control at Manchester City Council with Mark Dickens

213

How to have a positive return to work! Ft Clara Wilcox

214

Local Leaders, Global Goals: Navigating the Path to Net Zero with Suzanne Malcolm.

215

The changing role of the Councillor in local government with Colin Copus

216

Cultivating Wellness: Fostering a Culture of Wellbeing with Abigail Witting

217

Securing external funding for your culture and heritage programs with Tim Jenkins

218

Navigating the IT Talent Hunt: Overcoming Recruitment Challenges in the Digital Age with Beth Horsley

219

How to promote and protect democracy in local government with Andy Ferrier

220

How to balance the need to encourage inward investment with the constraints of the planning system to deliver effective place-shaping with Sam Fox

221

Balancing Act: Navigating Parenthood and Career Success with Victoria Camp

222

Breaking Ground: The Imperative need for Disruption in Local Government with Simon Fletcher

223

Global blueprints: Unravelling local government finance models with Colin Copus

224

Major Growth: How to Deliver!

225

Adapting Dynamics: Navigating Organisational Change with Polly Cziok

226

How can councils best respond to housing and financial challenges Ft Martin Walker

227

How do you provide robust assurance of ongoing sustainability of a local government against their budget?

228

Tackle income inequality and poverty to reduce pressure on the NHS ft Chris Perry.

229

Now is the time to pivot to active wellbeing with Mark Tweedie

230

Focus on an inclusive economy rather than just growth Ft Sarah Longlands

231

Back to Basics: The Foundation of Effective Local Government Administration with Mark Smith

232

Balancing Act: Parenting in Public Service with James Hewings.

233

How to develop a culture & heritage strategy with Dr Tim Jenkins.

234

Navigating the Digital Frontier with Socitm ft David Ogden

235

Revamping Success: Restructuring Organisations Without Sacrificing Results with Sarah Hayward

236

Digital Vision Roundtable - an 'art of possible' discussion with Richard Twelvetrees

237

Finding the Balance: Navigating Flexible Working for Mutual Success with Rich Hanrahan

238

How to fix the high street with Andrew McDonald & Alex Schlagman

239

Unlocking the East Midlands: Exploring the Combined County Authority with Damien Dacey

240

Local government trading companies - what you need to succeed. FT Ben Ticehurst.

241

The need for robustness with councils code of conduct with Helen McGrath

242

How to gets the most from your recruitment managed service provider with Alan Griffin and Dale Hampshire.

243

The constitutional standing and status of local government. Ft Professor Colin Copus

244

How to improve integration in health and social care with Lauren Sadler

245

Addressing inequality via flexible working and place shaping. Ft Alison Coutinho.

246

How to build and retain a legal team with Sarah Hall.

247

Collaboration in IT, has infinite potential for the sector with Will Callaghan

248

How to grow your electric vehicle infrastructure with Adrian Fielden-Gray

249

How to get central government to play ball, Ft Majeed Neky.

250

How to cultivate leaders in local government with Mariana Pexton.

251

The role, motivation and journey of a district Councillor with Sam Chapman-Allen

252

Getting the most from your change programs. with Ray Wagner.

253

Supporting and challenging public sector leaders with Stuart Reid

254

Making trading companies work for your authority. Ft Vivien Holland.

255

The size debate: why is the centre obsessed with large unitaries? Ft Colin Copus

256

The link between council pension schemes and place Ft George Graham.

257

Mental health and leadership. Ft Will Godfrey

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How to maximise your place shaping potential as a district council. Ft Ian Fytche

259

How technology, is preparing LAs for the challenges it will face. Part 2.

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How technology, is preparing LAs for the challenges it will face.

261

History, aspirations and the purpose of the District Councils' Network with Trevor Holden.

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How intelligent automation can help councils to innovate, save time and money. FT Mark Gannon.

263

.CEO Blueprint - guiding public sector leaders through commercial initiatives .

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Addressing deprivation with regeneration FT Rose Rouse Part 2

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Addressing deprivation with regeneration FT Rose Rouse

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Peer to peer investment in social infrastructure, an alternative funding stream for local authorities.

267

The journey to secure Eurovision for Liverpool ft Philippa Horrocks

268

The President of ACES - championing innovation, equality and data.

269

The success of the Beeston Project - Broxtowe Council delivering for their community.

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The meaning of communication, is the response you get.

271

Building an employer brand and culture from scratch ft. Alison Golding

272

The only constant is change. Ft Julie McEver

273

St Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and delivery exists. Part 2.

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St Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and delivery exists. Part 1.

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Local government finances, pensions and future investment with climate risk with Mike O'Donnell

276

Exploring transformation within adult social care with Alex Mileman.

277

Unlocking potential with LTD companies FT Perry Holmes.

278

Rethinking organisational change with Sally Hopper MSc, FCIPD, FRSA

279

The ambition at Westmorland and Furness Council FT Sam Plum and Cllr Jonathan Brook

280

A deep dive into social impact in the built environment with Nikki Davies

281

Perspectives on the planning system FT David Thompson

282

Financial sustainability in local government FT Paul Dossett (Head of Local Government at Grant Thornton)

283

The new era for Wigan Council - built on kindness and compassion.

284

Connecting people, businesses and places - the trailblazers. FT Ed Cox.

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Blaby District Council, a council punching well above its weight. FT Julia Smith.

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At the heart of Blaby District Council is a culture of trust. Ft Terry Richardson - Leader of the Council.

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Challenges, solutions and all things local government FT Adele Gritten

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Exploring Muse Developments partnerships with local authorities, enabling the delivery of brighter futures for our towns and cities.

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Everyone can win in development, if we are not afraid of asking difficult questions upfront. FT Jack Boyce.

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The housing crisis, the consequences and solutions. FT Chris Brook.

291

‘Channelling Creative Energy – Local Government’s role in enabling creative placemaking’? FT James Trowsdale

292

Exploring the consequences of the upcoming Procurement Act with Simon Hill.

293

La Révolution. Exploring what we can learn from the French approach to development and regeneration.

294

A deep dive into regeneration with Paul Richards

295

Exploring the innovation, collaboration and bravery in the highways sector with Paula Claytonsmith

296

Insight into Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council with Chief Executive - Arthur Charvonia

297

Collaboration the critical component in driving efficiency. FT Rosie Pearson.

298

Commercialisation in local government. Ft Andrew Ireland.

299

Exploring the importance of partnerships and ED&I in social care

300

Exploring how Luton Council, helps residents help themselves, ft Mark Fowler.

301

The importance of economic development for local authorities and local communities. FT Nigel Wilcock.

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Making a success of town centre regeneration and developments. FT Nick Cummings.

303

The climate crisis and the response from Hammersmith and Fulham Council - Ft Cllr Wesley Harcourt - Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Ecology and Hinesh Mehta - Assistant Director of Climate Change

304

How strategy, structure and programs in IT and Digital Services can help deliver cost savings and transformation of processes, providing the best outcomes for consumers and external stakeholders, FT Dave Briggs.

305

"Development and regeneration requires partnership and leverage for the true potential of schemes to be realised." James Lazarus.

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The existential threat facing local government and what needs to happen to avoid further s114 notices across the UK. Ft Tom Riordan Chief Exec - Leeds City Council Pt 2.

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The existential threat facing local government and what needs to happen to avoid further s114 notices across the UK. Ft Tom Riordan Chief Exec - Leeds City Council Pt 1.

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The Leisure Framework - optimising leisure with LATCOs

309

London Borough of Redbridge making a splash with their new Valentine Lido.

310

Exploring the Housing crisis, its causes and the solutions with Tony Keaveney.

311

Interview with Tom Smith - Facilities Management and its role in Local Government.

312

Interview with Nick Lamb - "Regeneration needs to measure and track social value."

313

Interview with Lucy Ponder - Employee Value Proposition and their importance in local government.

314

Interview with Wayne Bexton - Local Government's role in protecting the environment.

315

Interview with Jane Biscombe - Town Clerk of Weymouth Town Council

316

Interview with Elaine Atkinson OBE - former Leader of Poole Council

317

Interview with Glenn Stewart - Assistant Director of Public Health

318

Interview with Ashley Prior - exploring the journey of Highways function.

319

Interview with Aidan Rave - Is Governance slipping in Local Government? Do we need a reset?

320

Interview with Cllr Keith Girling - exploring the armed forces covenant.

321

Interview with Andy Sharp - exploring the challenges facing social care in local government.

322

Interview with Lawrence Conway - There is a need for change in local government.

323

Interview with Shama Tatler - exploring the housing crisis.

324

Interview with Mark Davies - Chief Executive - Lancaster City Council

325

Interview with Megan Carter - Local Government enthusiast now Regional Director at Faithful and Gould.

326

Interview with Richard Auger - Local politics is about shared purpose to deliver for the community. The p in politics, should be lower case.

327

Interview with Andrew Pollard - Exploring the use of Local Authorities Trading Companies (LATCOs)

328

Hampshire, local politics and a career of significance.

329

Interview with Robin Porter, Chief Executive Luton Borough Council - Exploring the 2040 Vision for Luton

330

Interview with Jonathan Runn - Leader of West Northamptonshire Council

331

Interview with Paul Cracknell - Exploring transformation in Norfolk County Council

332

Interview with Sean Harris - “Partnerships succeed when you ensure your agenda is not automatically the priority”

333

Interview with Chris Hossack - Community should always be at the heart of local government actions.

334

Main stream media and their portrayal of local government in the UK

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Interview with Robert Moran - A renaissance of Local Government

336

Interview with Stephen Young - Chief Executive at Halton Council.

337

Interview with Helen Ball - Town Clerk at Shrewsbury Town Council

338

Interview with John Sadler - Head of Property at Derby City Council

339

Interview with Cathy Palmer - Head of Regeneration Delivery at the Wirral Council

340

Interview with Alison North - The art of transformation

341

Interview with Eugene Minogue - the right to play and the integral role of playgrounds.

342

Interview with Peter Holt - discussing the 2023 National Risk Register

343

Interview with Chris O'Brien - Recruitment Manager at Derbyshire County Council

344

An exploration of S114s

345

Interview with Kelsie Wall exploring SEN Caseworker roles within local government.

346

Interview with Mark Watkins: discussing Legal Services in Local Authorities.

347

Why the Truth About Local Government podcast and platform was created.

348

Interview with Steve Caplan, Local Government and their commercial portfolios.

349

Birmingham City Council's gender liability pay out, funding gap and OFLOG.