Truth about Local Government

29:58

Exploring the Housing crisis, its causes and the...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/22

.Interviewing Tony Keaveney, Assistant Director Housing Services at Central Bedfordshire District Council his passion, knowledge and authenticity really brings the housing crisis to light.Councils need to be able to increase rents if services are to be delivered in line with standards set by central government. And central government needs to be consistent with their policies and leadership when it comes to housing.

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20:20

Interview with Tom Smith - Facilities Management and...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/21

Today we sat down with Tom Smith Head of Facilities at the London Borough of Ealing.We explored:What is facilities?How does facilities affect the community?What does working in local government mean to you?Insourcing versus outsourcing?

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39:07

Interview with Nick Lamb - "Regeneration needs to...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/19

Great to interview Nick Lamb, a experienced Regeneration leader who since transitioning to the public sector has completed interim assignments with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council, High Peak Borough Council and Lancaster City Council. On todays episode we explored:Transition from Private to public – adaptation – LA’s fantastic platform to deliver transformational changeRole of property/assets in LA acting as enabler to deliver better services, address homelessness, young people leaving care,

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23:06

Interview with Lucy Ponder - Employee Value...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/18

An employee value proposition (EVP) is the unique set of benefits that an employee receives in return for the skills, capabilities, and experience they bring to a company. An EVP is about defining the essence of your company – how it is unique and what it stands for. It encompasses the central reasons that people are proud and motivated to work there, such as the inspiring vision or distinctive culture. It is crucial to make sure your EVP is unique, relevant, and compelling. When integrated into all

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20:55

Interview with Wayne Bexton - Local Government's role...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/18

Interview with Wayne Bexton - Director of Green Growth, Investment and Assets at Nottinghamshire County Council and Chair D2N2 Low Carbon Board. We explored:Role of LAs in enhancing and protecting the environment.Managing estates more efficiently and aligned to new ways of working.Carbon Neutrality aligned with economic regeneration.Building Retrofit – domestic and commercial.Devolution opportunities.

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30:31

Interview with Jane Biscombe - Town Clerk of Weymouth...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/15

Passion, pride and proactive, that is how I would describe Weymouth Town Council's Town Clerk Jane Biscombe. We had a fantastic chat talking about all the amazing things that Weymouth are delivering. The excellent working relationship with Dorset Council; and the need for central government to amend the carers allowance to include town and parish councils.

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32:08

Interview with Elaine Atkinson OBE - former Leader of...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/14

.Elaine Atkinson was the Leader of the Borough of Poole, now part of the BCP Unitary Council from May 1995 - June 2016. With just over 21 year local government service under her belt, she gave a valuable insight to some of the challenges that are facing local government.

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25:18

Interview with Glenn Stewart - Assistant Director of...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/14

Public health is a strategic service within local government. It is involved in shaping strategies, providing data and intelligence, designing evaluation criteria and defining outcomes from the outset of all key projects1. The transfer of public health from the NHS to local government and Public Health England (PHE) is one of the most significant extensions of local government powers and duties in a generation3. Public health in local government can make a real, large-scale difference to promoting

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41:42

Interview with Ashley Prior - exploring the journey...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/13

I sat down with Ashley Prior to explore his journey through local government of his 40+ year career. We explored how local government relating to highways has changed on a micro and macro level. The strengths of local government highways departments. His experience of leadership, training of staff and the utilisation of consultancies. Three key take away points: 1) Highway processes and structures need to be simplified 2) Consultancy plans need to manage, but not be crippled by risk. 3) Investing

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36:46

Interview with Aidan Rave - Is Governance slipping in...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/11

Aidan Rave is a passionate advocate of governance and local government. He was formerly Chief Executive at South Kesteven District Council SKDC and Deputy Mayor of Doncaster Council.We explored governance, its role within local government, the context as to why governance might be slipping and what can be done to maintain high standards of governance within local government.A really insightful and thoughtful leader who offered a unique insight into the art of local government governance.If any of my

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22:23

Interview with Cllr Keith Girling - exploring the...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/11

Sitting down with Cllr Keith Girling, who is currently the Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Asset Management at Nottinghamshire County Council, it is clear to see why Nottinghamshire has the second highest rate of gold star employers of the Armed Forces Covenant scheme. Keith served for 18 years in the Grenadier Guards as a Colour Sergeant and his passion on ensuring armed forces workers are not disadvantaged is a role he not only enjoys and is passionate about, but is a fantastic

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24:49

Interview with Andy Sharp - exploring the challenges...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/08

Andy Sharp, Director of Social Care, Health & Housing at Central Bedfordshire provides some really insightful observations into the challenges and pressures local authorities are facing in local government. We talked prioritisation of spend and the new regulatory changes to adult social services. Central Bedfordshire are doing some great work to invest now into their care facilities to help reduce future stress on the service and system in the future.

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27:19

Interview with Lawrence Conway - There is a need for...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/07

Sitting down with Lawrence Conway, the former Chief Executive at South Lakeland District Council, talking about the need for fundamental transformational change within local government. The factors that need to be addressed before true change can take place and why change has not been wide spread engaged with at this point in local government.

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23:24

Interview with Shama Tatler - exploring the housing...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/05

Today I spoke with Shama Tatler, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning and Growth at Brent Council. Vice Chair of London Labour Regional Board. LGA Resources Board Member. LGA Labour Peer. We covered in todays episode:Why housing is a critical issue and setting the sceneDifficulties councils face - austerity; policy; expectationsWhat needs to change in planning and the housing sectorWhy housing is political minefieldWhat Brent is getting right that others can learn from.A bit about Shama. When

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26:26

Interview with Mark Davies - Chief Executive -...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/05

Today we sat down with Mark Davies, Chief Executive at Lancaster City Council. Mark started his career in the public sector as a building cleaner. He has progressed through roles that always focused on delivering better outcomes. He believes we have a massive part to play in addressing climate change and tackling the inequalities that exist in our communities. In his role he works with Elected Members, our dedicated staff, residents and partners to show the positive difference Local Government can

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21:40

Interview with Megan Carter - Local Government...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/04

Energetic, pragmatic and passionate. That is how I would describe Megan's approach to securing the best possible outcomes for local government and how to succeed in local government. A bright star to watch out for!

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30:00

Interview with Richard Auger - Local politics is...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/04

Really enjoyed sitting down with Richard Auger former Leader of Daventry District Council and County Council representative for former Northamptonshire County Council. A well rounded conversation that can be summarised by stating, "local government politics is about cross party, shared purpose, but cross party politics."

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19:08

Interview with Andrew Pollard - Exploring the use of...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/01

Fantastic to sit down with Andrew Pollard former Chief Exec of two LATCOs - Place Partnership in the Midlands and BD Group in London. We explored what LATCOs are, the pitfalls and challenges councils face setting up and running LATCOs; and, the opportunities that exist utilising LATCOs.

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25:10

Hampshire, local politics and a career of significance.

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/09/01

Former Cllr Roy Perry formed the Vision for Hampshire 2050 Commission of Inquiry during his time as Leader of Hampshire County Council and now continues to be Chair and represents the Division of Romsey Rural.Roy was first elected to Hampshire County Council in 2005 and was Leader of the County Council from May 2013 to May 2019. From 2010-2013 he was Executive Lead Member for Childrens Services. Hampshire, with a population of 1.3 million is the third most populous county in Britain with a County

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35:15

Interview with Robin Porter, Chief Executive Luton...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/31

Sitting down today with Robin Porter, Chief Executive at Luton Council, his passion and commitment to improving the lives of the people was clear to see. The council is leading the town-wide vision to ensure that by 2040 Luton is to be a healthy, fair and sustainable town, where everyone can thrive and no-one has to live in poverty.This Luton 2040 vision has been created by residents and partners across our town and was first launched in October 2020. The first phase of the vision was focussed on

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