Truth about Local Government

24:03

The meaning of communication, is the response you get.

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/10

Today I sat down with Camilla Mankabady, Director of Communications at Liverpool City Council. Formerly Editor of the BBC, ITV and Euro News. Her move into local government was inspired by her passion for Liverpool. We explored that transition, the art of communication and fundamentally what makes Camilla tick is this thought provoking conversation.

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26:44

Building an employer brand and culture from scratch...

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/09

A very insightful conversation with Alison Golding, Assistant Director of Workforce and Transformation at West Northamptonshire Council. We discussed what happens when you launch a brand new council, with on day one, 2700 staff. How do you build a new culture and employer brand from the ground up? For anyone going through culture transformations or are exploring their employer brand some useful tips in here from Alison.

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22:27

The only constant is change. Ft Julie McEver

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/08

You cannot help but be invigorated by the passion and energy with which Corporate Director at Partnerships LLP Julie McEver approaches change. We talked through her journey, the inevitability of change and how she is helping local authorities prepare for the inevitability of change.

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25:01

St Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and...

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/04

Kath O'Dwyer - Chief Executive of St Helens Council, is a fantastic example of a leader who encourages a culture of transparency, innovation and delivery. We discussed:St Helens history and ambitionThe career opportunities local government offersThe challenges facing local governmentKath's journey and role with SolaceWhat high performance in local government means to Kath.

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24:32

St Helens, a council where ambition, innovation and...

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/04

Kath O'Dwyer - Chief Executive of St Helens Council, is a fantastic example of a leader who encourages a culture of transparency, innovation and delivery. We discussed:St Helens history and ambitionThe career opportunities local government offersThe challenges facing local governmentKath's journey and role with SolaceWhat high performance in local government means to Kath.

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19:57

Local government finances, pensions and future...

Truth about Local Government ·

2024/01/03

What a way to start the 2024. Great to speak with Mike O'Donnell, local government finance expert. We discussed:Local government finance – reflections on past, present and future, s114s, future funding.LGPS and pooling.Responsible investment and climate risk.

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27:49

Exploring transformation within adult social care...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/21

Having worked for both local government, the NHS and now consultancy advising authorities Alex Mileman is an expert in the transformational change programs that add value to adult social care. It was very enjoyable to sit down with him to discuss this topic in more detail.All views from Alex are his own views.

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21:25

Unlocking potential with LTD companies FT Perry Holmes.

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/14

Thoroughly enjoyed sitting down with Perry Holmes, Director of Legal and Governance at Wiltshire Council, to explore explore the benefits limited companies present to councils, both from an output and employment perspective.It is marvelous to see how the use of limited companies can help solve unmet needs within communities. Equally impressive is Perry's aspiration and desire to share the skills and knowledge with his network.

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17:53

Rethinking organisational change with Sally Hopper...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/13

.Sally is the Director of Human Resources at Hertfordshire County Council where she leads on all aspects of people management for a diverse workforce of over 8,000 staff. During her time in this role her work was dominated in 2020/21 by supporting and deploying the workforce in response to Covid-19. In 2021/22 she led a review of pay and terms and conditions working with staff and unions to do so. This review reduced numerous job descriptions to bring about a transparent job families.In 2019 and

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23:10

The ambition at Westmorland and Furness Council FT...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/11

Fantastic to sit down with Chief Executive, Sam Plum and Leader Cllr Jonathan Brook.We discussed the opportunity that comes with being a newly formed unitary. Developing a culture of compassion and communities that are self reliant. The council has significant place shaping ambition and it will be exciting to see the council progress over the coming years.

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20:41

A deep dive into social impact in the built...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/08

.Today with Co Presenter Amy Cox, we interviewed Nikki Davies, Chief Executive of Meeting Place, a nationally recognised expert in providing strategies to developers and property owners on how to communicate their projects and their social and environmental impact.We explored with Nikki:What her current role and remit was at Meeting Place?What has been her journey to get to be Managing Director?How she measures social impact?How do you achieve social impact through the built environment?What are the

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22:59

Perspectives on the planning system FT David Thompson

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/08

Today we sat down with David Thompson, Assistant Director - Planning at North East Derbyshire District Council. We discussed issues around the supply of new planners joining the profession, embracing IT to find innovative ways to engage with the community and where David's passion for planning comes from.

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20:51

Financial sustainability in local government FT Paul...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/05

It was fantastic to sit down with Paul Dossett, Partner and Head of Local Government at Grant Thornton discussing financial sustainability in local government at the present time.Paul answered the following questions:- What is the current picture of financial sustainability in local government?- While councils cannot go ‘bankrupt’, they instead issue section 114 notices and we have seen significantly more of these issued over the past couple of years. Are these section 114 notices the right answer

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23:04

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

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/12/04

It was fantastic to sit down with Alison McKenzie-Folan, Chief Executive of Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council. We discussed how on an ethos of kindness and compassion, coupled with innovation and continuous improvement has helped deliver the Wigan Deal and is driving through the New Era for Wigan. Alison is conscious that they build on the successes of the deal and learn from the mistakes. Wigan is definitely a council evolving and embracing the opportunities that exist to tackle the challenges

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25:10

Connecting people, businesses and places - the...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/11/28

It is an incredibly exciting time for the West Midlands Combined Authority, with the new settlement agreement that will streamline their ability to invest into projects that will have the greatest impact on the region over the next two years. Great to speak with Ed Cox, Executive Director for Strategy, Economy and Net Zero to understand the role of the Combined Authority, the aspirations the WMCA has and why he joined and continues to work for this important institution.

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15:59

Blaby District Council, a council punching well above...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/11/10

It was fantastic to sit down with Julia Smith, the Chief Executive of Blaby District Council to discuss her journey, the exciting things taking place in the Blaby District at the moment and the opportunities that exist for those who join the Council's leadership team.

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25:35

At the heart of Blaby District Council is a culture...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/11/07

Cllr Terry Richardson is first and foremost a fair man. His passion, authenticity and honesty over his nine years as leader, has helped shaped and progress Blaby. We discussed his journey into politics, the fantastic officers and senior leadership team that he works in partnership with and what the future holds for Blaby.

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29:39

Challenges, solutions and all things local government...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/10/31

Great to speak with Adele Gritten, Chief Executive – Local Partnerships LLP.Today we explored the challenges that local authorities are facing and how Local Partnership LLP is supporting councils with their journey, to overcome these challenges with innovative solutions.

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25:15

Exploring Muse Developments partnerships with local...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/10/31

Great to sit down with Phil Mayall - MD of Muse Developments, to discuss development, partnership and the challenges facing the sector at the moment. What struck me in our recording was the authenticity and genuine care that Phil has for the partnerships he and Muse enter into and how as partners, the potential of developments can truly be realised.

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21:57

Everyone can win in development, if we are not afraid...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/10/27

Great to sit down with Jack Boyce - Director of the Midlands region for DevComms. They specialise in political and community stakeholder engagement in the built environment. A really fantastic ambassador of trust being the secret ingredient to successful developments.

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