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Truth about Local Government — 353 episodes

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Mapping the Future: Local Government Reorganisation, Political Change and Development Delivery

2

Creating Space for Reflection: Supporting Wellbeing Through Schwartz Rounds

3

What Must Be True? The Six Conditions for Sustained Change in Local Government

4

What Good Looks Like: Delivering Housing Through Public–Private Partnership

5

Leading Public Sector Organisations Successfully: A Conversation with Steve Moore

6

Taking Control of Your Money – A Neurodivergent Perspective

7

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

8

Upstream by Design: The Corporate Role in Making Prevention Real

9

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

10

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

11

ABCD & Beyond: What Local Government Needs Next

12

Managing Conflicting Needs between Neurodivergent Colleagues

13

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

14

Tracks to Transformation: How Transport and Regeneration Unlock Place Potential

15

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

16

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

17

The Cost of Defiance: Local Government vs Sovereign Citizens

18

Risk, Creativity and Collaboration: Rethinking Urban Infrastructure with CIVIC

19

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

20

Before the Ballot: What Prospective Councillors Need to Know

21

Enabling Better Outcomes: RPNA’s SA3 Approach in Bexley

22

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

23

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

24

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

25

Beyond the Blueprint: Why Behaviour Matters in Change Leadership.

26

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

27

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

28

Building Inclusive Growth: Inside Newham’s Strategic Place Vision

29

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

30

The Legacy Coach: Rewriting Your Next Chapter

31

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

32

Rethinking Transformation in Local Government: A Smarter Approach to Success

33

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

34

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

35

Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government

36

Unlocking the Hidden Value: Rethinking Data in Social Care

37

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

38

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

39

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

40

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

41

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

42

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

43

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

44

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

45

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

46

Local Power, Financial Pressure, and Regeneration

47

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

48

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

49

Big Plans: Why Masterplans Succeed (or Fail)

50

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

51

Innovating for the Future: The Warwickshire Skills Hub

52

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

53

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

54

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

55

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

56

Property Without Borders: Commercial Thinking in the Public Sector

57

Foundations of Change: Building Homes, Building Futures

58

The World at Our Doorstep: Rethinking Recruitment in Local Government

59

Policy as the Powerhouse: Why Local Government Runs on Strategy

60

Planning for Place: Strategic Vision and Policy in Local Government

61

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

62

Vision That Delivers: Andy Algar on Making Development Happen

63

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

64

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

65

Power and Prosperity: Local Investment for Housing and Energy Futures

66

Furnishing Futures: Tackling Furniture Poverty Through Local Government Action

67

Building the Future: Tackling Infrastructure Costs in Major Developments

68

Beyond Growth: Rethinking Health, Wealth and Local Government

69

The Interim Edge: Staying Relevant in Local Government

70

Unlocking Local Potential – Skills Reform and Systemic Change

71

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

72

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

73

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

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Smarter Outcomes: Rethinking Value in Local Government

75

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

76

Beyond Safe and Legal: Rethinking Local Government Reorganisation

77

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

78

More Than a Tick Box: Rethinking Corporate Responsibility

79

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

80

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

81

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

82

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

83

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

84

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

85

Digging deep: Mental Fitness Techniques with Beth Carr

86

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

87

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

88

Digging Deep: How to manage stress with Beth Carr

89

From the Ground Up: Rethinking Local Government with Rebecca Murphy

90

Navigating Commercial Asset Management in Local Government Reorganisation

91

Steering the Ship: Governance in Times of Local Government Change

92

Digging Deep: Unearthing Wellness with Beth Carr

93

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

94

Building Resilience and Adaptability in Local Government

95

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

96

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

97

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

98

From Strategy to Delivery: Navigating Partnerships with Marina Robertson

99

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

100

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

101

Find Your Path: Transforming Local Government Recruitment with Hannah Bartram

102

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

103

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

104

Building Resilience through Leadership in Local Government

105

Community-Centric Major Project Delivery: Insights from Alistair Cunningham

106

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

107

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

108

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

109

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

110

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

111

Transforming Local Government: Embracing Punk Ideology with Martyn Cockram

112

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

113

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

114

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

115

Empowering Foster Care: Insights from Louise Allen

116

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

117

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

118

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

119

Nurturing Innovation: Fostering and Sustaining Creative Thinking in Local Government

120

The dichotomy of political accountability vs officer responsibility with Kate Fairhurst

121

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

122

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

123

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

124

Building the Future: Addressing the Housing Crisis with Sustainable Solutions

125

Navigating Successful Disposal Programs: Insights from Amal Uddin

126

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

127

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

128

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

129

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

130

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

131

Councils Leading the Charge: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Locally

132

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

133

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

134

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

135

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

136

Empowering Local Governance: Building a Participatory Culture for Change

137

Green Horizons: Decarbonizing Leisure Spaces with Space-Place

138

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

139

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

140

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

141

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

142

Unlocking Greenfield Development with Catesby Estates

143

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

144

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

145

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

146

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

147

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

148

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

149

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

150

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

151

The Four Day Week: The South Cambridgeshire Revolution

152

Bridging local government funding gap: Insights from Andy Pike

153

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

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

155

How to develop and retain resilience with Rachel McKoy

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Shining in interviews: mastering the STAR technique with Steph McKay

157

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

158

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

159

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

160

Legal Leadership in political landscapes with Asif Ibrahim

161

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

162

Exploring parking solutions with Sarah Randall

163

Navigating the World of Contracting in Local Government

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

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

166

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

167

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

168

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

169

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

170

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

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

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

174

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

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

176

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

177

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

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

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

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Ahead of the Curve: Council Strategies with John Quinn

181

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

182

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

183

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

184

How to Deliver in the North with Jane Meek

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

186

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

187

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

188

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

190

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

191

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

192

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

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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

195

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

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

197

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.

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Tech Ambitions Unleashed: Crafting Winning IT Strategies with Richard Godfrey

200

Decisive momentum in place shaping with Matthew Trewartha

201

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

202

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

203

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

204

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

205

Climate crusade: local leadership for global change featuring Ciarán Hayes

206

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

207

Cultivating Effective Governance in Local Authorities with Simon Goacher

208

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

209

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

210

Supporting Midlife Women in the Public Sector with Sarah Clein

211

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

212

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

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Why communications and engagement are imperative in planning Ft Rowan Cole

214

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

215

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

216

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

217

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

218

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

219

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

220

Cultivating Wellness: Fostering a Culture of Wellbeing with Abigail Witting

221

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

222

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

223

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

224

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

225

Balancing Act: Navigating Parenthood and Career Success with Victoria Camp

226

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

227

Global blueprints: Unravelling local government finance models with Colin Copus

228

Major Growth: How to Deliver!

229

Adapting Dynamics: Navigating Organisational Change with Polly Cziok

230

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

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

232

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

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

234

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

235

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

236

Balancing Act: Parenting in Public Service with James Hewings.

237

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

238

Navigating the Digital Frontier with Socitm ft David Ogden

239

Revamping Success: Restructuring Organisations Without Sacrificing Results with Sarah Hayward

240

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

241

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

242

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

243

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

244

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

245

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

246

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

247

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

248

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

249

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

250

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

251

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

252

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

253

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

254

How to cultivate leaders in local government with Mariana Pexton.

255

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

256

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

257

Supporting and challenging public sector leaders with Stuart Reid

258

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

259

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

260

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

261

Mental health and leadership. Ft Will Godfrey

262

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

263

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.

265

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

266

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

267

.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.

271

The journey to secure Eurovision for Liverpool ft Philippa Horrocks

272

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

273

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.

275

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

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The only constant is change. Ft Julie McEver

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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

280

Exploring transformation within adult social care with Alex Mileman.

281

Unlocking potential with LTD companies FT Perry Holmes.

282

Rethinking organisational change with Sally Hopper MSc, FCIPD, FRSA

283

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

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

285

Perspectives on the planning system FT David Thompson

286

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

287

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

288

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

292

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

293

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

294

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

295

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

296

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

297

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

298

A deep dive into regeneration with Paul Richards

299

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

300

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

301

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

302

Commercialisation in local government. Ft Andrew Ireland.

303

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

304

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

305

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

306

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

307

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

308

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.

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"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

313

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

314

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

315

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

316

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

317

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

318

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

319

Interview with Jane Biscombe - Town Clerk of Weymouth Town Council

320

Interview with Elaine Atkinson OBE - former Leader of Poole Council

321

Interview with Glenn Stewart - Assistant Director of Public Health

322

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

323

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

324

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

325

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

326

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

327

Interview with Shama Tatler - exploring the housing crisis.

328

Interview with Mark Davies - Chief Executive - Lancaster City Council

329

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

330

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

331

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

332

Hampshire, local politics and a career of significance.

333

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

334

Interview with Jonathan Runn - Leader of West Northamptonshire Council

335

Interview with Paul Cracknell - Exploring transformation in Norfolk County Council

336

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

337

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

338

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

339

Interview with Robert Moran - A renaissance of Local Government

340

Interview with Stephen Young - Chief Executive at Halton Council.

341

Interview with Helen Ball - Town Clerk at Shrewsbury Town Council

342

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

343

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

344

Interview with Alison North - The art of transformation

345

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

346

Interview with Peter Holt - discussing the 2023 National Risk Register

347

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

348

An exploration of S114s

349

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

350

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

351

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

352

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

353

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