Truth about Local Government

22:22

Interview with Jonathan Runn - Leader of West...

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2023/08/30

Born in Northampton, Jonathan Nunn grew up in a family who ran small businesses in the town, and himself has a career history spanning both corporate environments and smaller businesses, mainly working in the areas of Business Development and in Management Training & Development.In 2016 Jonathan became Leader of Northampton Borough Council, and in 2021 Leader of the new West Northants Unitary Council, which delivers all local authority services to 405,000 residents across the Northampton, South

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20:04

Interview with Paul Cracknell - Exploring...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/30

Thoroughly enjoyed sitting down with Paul Cracknell - Executive Director of Transformation and Strategy at Norfolk County Council.

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26:41

Interview with Sean Harris - “Partnerships succeed...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/30

Sean Harris has been the Chief Executive of One Source, Bolton Council, London Borough of Harrow, London Borough of Lambeth. He now provides strategic leadership support and training to councils across the UK. We explored:LeadershipHow to work effectively with the political sphere of local government to achieve positive outcomes for the community.PartnershipsChallenges facing the sector.

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22:11

Interview with Chris Hossack - Community should...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/29

Excellent to sit down with Chris Hossack, former Leader of Brentwood Borough Council, 2019 - 2023 and Chairman of the Association of South Essex Local Authorities (ASELA). He also sat on the Thames Estuary Growth Board and of Opportunity South Essex, taking a keen interest in regional growth, infrastructure and investment. We discussed why community should be at the heart of local government decision making.

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10:21

Main stream media and their portrayal of local...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/26

In response to the BCC article on the sunshine millionaire and the £130M that was apparently defrauded from Thurrock Council, I voice my opinions on the obligations that main stream media has to probe into why these situations are arising. Serious change is needed to the funding model in the UK for local authorities. The media needs to support this rather than only reporting only drama and sensationalised news stories.

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27:42

Interview with Robert Moran - A renaissance of Local...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/25

So much of what leadership revolves around is integrity and a strong moral compass to allow your team to buy into your vision and you as a leader. Rob Moran former Chief Executive of Elmbridge Borough Council, is a great example of leadership and in our conversation we explored the challenges facing local government, the lessons he took from his years as a local government leader and the renaissance local government is experiencing at the present time.

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22:23

Interview with Stephen Young - Chief Executive at...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/24

Fantastic episode today speaking with Stephen Young about transformation, levelling up, funding pressures, inward investment and his personal career journey. What a leader! Halton is in safe hands.

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25:48

Interview with Helen Ball - Town Clerk at Shrewsbury...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/24

Great to sit down with Helen to discuss the challenges facing town councils at the present time.

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21:30

Interview with John Sadler - Head of Property at...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/23

Today I sat down with John Sadler - Head of Property at Derby City Council to explore his career in local government. What excellent career opportunities there are for people with the right mind set in local government; and finally, the challenges John and his team tackle and what he takes from the job. If you are interested in supporting SUSO - please email susocrew@outlook.com

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21:02

Interview with Cathy Palmer - Head of Regeneration...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/22

Really enjoyed sitting down with Cathy Palmer to discuss how she has helped lead Wirral Council's regeneration schemes. Lots of exciting opportunities at the Wirral and a great example of how funding can help future proof communities by ensuring that the area retains its identity and gives tourist a reason to visit.

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39:24

Interview with Alison North - The art of transformation

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/18

I had a fantastic experience sitting down with Alison North - Deputy Chief Executive at Director Internal Operations at Somerset West and Taunton Council. She has a really interesting proposition, change and continuous improvement is most effective when you focus on specific and detailed outcomes, that are simple. If you do this both members and officers can work together to bring together some really exciting outcomes.

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22:45

Interview with Eugene Minogue - the right to play and...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/14

A fantastic way to start the week! Sitting down with Eugene Minogue - Executive Director of Play England and Local Government Executive Interim Consultant to discuss the causation behind the decline of playgrounds in the UK and the solutions to resolving this important issue.

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27:54

Interview with Peter Holt - discussing the 2023...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/11

Really interesting discussion with Peter Holt, Chief Executive at Uttlesford District Council exploring the 2023 National Risk Register. We explore national trends, the local challenges Uttlesford face and discuss the need for clear communication from central government.

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18:20

Interview with Chris O'Brien - Recruitment Manager at...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/10

It was great to sit down with Chris O'Brien today - Recruitment Manager at Derbyshire County Council to talk about his journey and the way in which Derbyshire approaches recruitment to attract the best talent.

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16:20

An exploration of S114s

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/08

S114s, what are they? What has been done to prevent them and what do we need to do moving forwards?

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17:13

Weekly Update

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/08/03

On this weeks weekly update, we look at:The four day working weekThe infrastructure levy journey through the house of lordsThe housing crisisThe importance of local economy developmentThe Illegal Migration ActThe Asylum hotels plea

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27:51

Interview with Kelsie Wall exploring SEN Caseworker...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/07/31

Today I spoke with Kelsie Wall to explore the role that SEN Caseworkers have in local government. Really interesting episode, particularly regarding the cost of engaging independent schools to step in where there are not enough spaces within local authority run schools.

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16:08

Weekly Update

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/07/27

In this weeks round up, we are going to be examining a few key issues that have been taking place this week:- Fresh blow to Whitehall homes pledge after funding recalled- ICB staff cuts may hit “wider work with local partners”- More councils reveal cash woes- Seriously flawed proposals – ministers should drop the infrastructure levy and work with councils to improve the current system.- Councils kept in the dark over pandemic simulation exercise.- Shining a light on Wiltshire Council’s approach to

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24:12

Interview with Mark Watkins: discussing Legal...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/07/26

It was really exciting to sit down with Mark Watkins, Interim Director of Law for a number of councils, to discuss the challenges facing local authorities legal services at the present time.

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8:05

Why the Truth About Local Government podcast and...

Truth about Local Government ·

2023/07/20

We wanted to share why the Truth About Local Government podcast and platform was created.

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