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Truth about Local Government

Matt Masters
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Latest Episodes

Transformation is often seen as the fix for inefficiencies and budget pressures in local government, but many programmes fail to deliver lasting change. In this episode, Claire Symonds, Ashley Roper, and Meena Kishinani explore why.

* Claire Symond... more

In this episode we sit down with Alexander Mileman, Founder of Achieving for Action to explore the transformative potential of the Social Care Value Index project. They discuss how local authorities are sitting on a goldmine of data that could radica... more

In this episode, we speak with Councillor Cameron Holloway, the Leader of Cambridge City Council, about the exciting developments and pressing challenges facing one of the UK’s most iconic cities. From government-backed growth ambitions to acute infr... more

This special crossover episode features Matt Masters, host of The Truth About Local Government, in conversation with Kirsty Hunt, host of Governance Matters a podcast produced by South East Employers that explores the building blocks of good governan... more

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Claire Symonds
Former CEO of London Borough of Redbridge
Episode: Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government
Meena Kishani
Experienced in local government roles in Birmingham and Barking & Dagenham
Episode: Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government
Ashley Roper
Involved in technology and transformation in local authorities
Episode: Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government
Alexander Mileman
Founder and thought leader focused on data-driven improvements in social care.
Episode: Unlocking the Hidden Value: Rethinking Data in Social Care
Cameron Holloway
Leader of Cambridge City Council
Cambridge City Council
Episode: Cambridge at the Crossroads: Growth, Justice and the Future of a Global City
Jonathan Stephenson
Chief Executive of Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council, and advocate for the Public Sector Challenge initiative.
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council
Episode: Beyond Boundaries: Leadership, Culture and the Future of Local Government
Sara Harrup
Executive coach for neurodivergent professionals, board chair and non-executive director, inclusive governance expert.
Episode: Neurodivergent and Leading: Sara Harrup on Inclusive Governance and Executive Coaching
Arooj Shah
Leader of Oldham Council
Oldham Council
Episode: Oldham Rising: Leadership, Legacy and Local Challenges with Arooj Shah
Danielle Belton
Leader of Rochford District Council
Rochford District Council
Episode: Rochford Rising: Leadership, Localism and the Fight for the District’s Future

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Host discussing various topics related to local government and leadership.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
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    This is so informative! Love it

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Informative and insightful discussions on local governance.

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Unlocking the Hidden Value: Rethinking Data in Social Care
Q: What can be done to shift local authorities' mindset towards better leveraging data?
Encouraging internal collaboration and creating a routine for regularly reviewing data can help shift mindset and improve data utilization.
Unlocking the Hidden Value: Rethinking Data in Social Care
Q: What is the Social Care Value Index Project and what inspired it?
The project aims to use data more effectively in social care to improve outcomes and secure investment, inspired by frustrations with fragmented data.
Incremental Creep in Governance – Why It Matters More Than You Think
Q: What do you do to overcome cultural complacency in governance?
Spotting the issue and having mechanisms in place for accountability can reveal unnoticed deviations.
Incremental Creep in Governance – Why It Matters More Than You Think
Q: How does incremental creep in governance manifest within a local government setting?
It manifests through outdated governance documents, informal practices replacing formal ones, and reduced counselor engagement leading to complacency.
Why Transformation Often Fails Within Local Government
Q: What are the main things to avoid in transformation efforts?
It's critical for leaders to be aligned on the vision and ensure clear communication to manage staff expectations and engagement throughout the process.

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