Insights
Can Cross-Sector Expertise Help Drive NHS Reform?
by Helen Marshall
01 Oct 2024
Can Cross-Sector Expertise Help Drive NHS Reform
As the NHS faces unprecedented changes, it's crucial to consider how cross-sector pollination could provide a wealth of new skills and perspectives, particularly in are ...
A new opportunity to embrace - leadership of AI adoption in local government
by Laura Murphy
27 Sep 2024
In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the globe, the time has come for local authorities to embrace this new era.
AI holds immense potential to enhance public services. For local ...
Interim Insights - Jo Sullivan-Lyons
by Nik Shah
10 Sep 2024
Jo Sullivan-Lyons is the interim education and SEND consultant at Barnet Education and Learning Service; as an interim leader, she brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. We sat down with Jo to delve into ...
The ADASS Spring Survey 2024 – Highlighting the Critical Role of Interim Executive Leadership in Adult Social Care
by Grace Kemp
09 Sep 2024
The 2024 Spring Survey from the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) sheds light on the escalating financial instability faced by local authorities, revealing the growing pressure on adult social car ...
How Local Authorities Compete to Attract Top Executives in Children's Services
by Jai Patel
02 Sep 2024
Attracting and retaining top executive talent in children’s services is a significant challenge for local authorities across the UK. As the needs of our communities evolve, so must our approach to leadership recruitment. ...
View from the Hill - The Power of Allyship while Leading Through Unrest and Uncertainty
by Greg Hayes
15 Aug 2024
The ugly scenes of unrest in recent weeks have left the nation reeling. The impact was felt far and wide, with businesses, communities, and public services disrupted. Town Halls were moving in-person business meetings to ...
First 100 days in an interim assignment
by Yas Din
13 Aug 2024
Stepping into a role as an interim leader in local government is both exhilarating and challenging. The first 100 days are crucial for establishing credibility, setting a clear vision, and making a tangible impact. How y ...
Inspections - the need for balance
by Nik Shah
08 Aug 2024
Inspection routines within local government play a crucial role in maintaining standards and ensuring accountability. However, these inspections have far-reaching implications beyond compliance and performance metrics. O ...
Tackling the gender pay gap. How to get fair remuneration for the value you bring
by Helen Alwell
30 Jul 2024
The gender pay gap remains a significant issue in the modern workforce, reflecting the persistent disparity in average earnings between men and women. Understanding and addressing this gap is crucial for achieving fair r ...
Public Sector Finance Transformation: Key Takeaways from CIPFA’s Annual Conference
by Jonny Finnikin
25 Jul 2024
I was proud to attend Public Finance Live this year. CIPFA is the only public sector Finance qualification in the world, and as such the professionals that make up its membership body are at the forefront of leading chan ...
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