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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Alice Monty |Kath O'Dwyer |Jon Ainger |Steve Tucker
Commercial Cards as a payment solution have developed a lot in recent years. More and more businesses of all sizes, across all different sectors, are seeing the value in using Commercial Card solutions in both day-to-day and business-critical transactions. For businesses looking to streamline their payment processes, support their working capital and achieve greater efficiency, Commercial Cards can be a smart solution.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Rob Turner |Kath O'Dwyer |Matt Prosser |Jon Ainger
Labour was elected on a manifesto promising change, with a central pillar of this commitment being the adoption of a mission-led approach to policy. This strategy provides a powerful framework for addressing complex societal challenges by setting clear, ambitious goals that can drive innovation and coordinated action across government. Labour has chosen to focus its missions on five key areas: economic growth, energy, crime, opportunity, and health.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Alice Monty |Kath O'Dwyer |Matt Prosser |Jon Ainger
This scheme has been instrumental in combatting fuel poverty and climate change in tandem and if we are to maximise success moving forward, it would be prudent to reflect on what works best, and the pitfalls to avoid. Previous waves have taught us that a successful bid does not necessarily equate to a successful project, with several failing to get off the ground or deliver the desired outputs.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Kath O'Dwyer |Chris Smith |Adam Fineberg |LAURA MURPHY
As the dust settles on the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, Team GB and Paralympics GB have once again proven their prowess on the global stage. Among the standout athletes were those backed by the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) – who brought home an amazing total of 77 medals – testament to GLL's commitment to developing both elite and grassroots talent across the UK.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Kath O'Dwyer |Matt Prosser |William Eichler |Jon Ainger
As we have seen time and time again, the true strength of local government is demonstrated in our response to crises when the convening and co-ordinating role of councils allows them to step into action and step up on behalf of those who require support. We saw it during the pandemic, we see it when there are extreme weather events and we saw it again in relation to this summer's riots.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
themj.co.uk | Matt Prosser |Michael Burton |Kath O'Dwyer |William Eichler
As I near the end of my term as Solace president, it is a time for reflection on what has been an exciting and yet challenging two years for the sector. 2024 in particular has been eventful with local and national elections, culminating in a change of government this summer. This has inevitably brought about much uncertainty across numerous horizons. Change can be intimidating, but it also presents opportunities.
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Sep 16, 2024 | 
lgcplus.com | Kath O'Dwyer
In challenging times, the ability to draw on our networks and learn from others becomes even more important, writes the spokesperson for leadership & learning at the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives & Senior Managers. LGC is the media partner for the Solace Summit, taking place at The Point at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, on 17-18 October.
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Oct 5, 2023 | 
themj.co.uk | Kath O'Dwyer
I have been working in and around local government for almost 40 years and the work of councils has never been more challenging with ever-rising demand for many of our services, and the deepening complexity of the cases we now deal with, accentuated by tighter and tighter resources in real terms. The introduction of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) has added a new layer of intricacy in coordinating and delivering services across traditional boundaries.
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Oct 5, 2023 | 
themj.co.uk | Kath O'Dwyer
I have been working in and around local government for almost 40 years and the work of councils has never been more challenging with ever-rising demand for many of our services, and the deepening complexity of the cases we now deal with, accentuated by tighter and tighter resources in real terms. The introduction of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) has added a new layer of intricacy in coordinating and delivering services across traditional boundaries.
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Sep 18, 2023 | 
themj.co.uk | Kath O'Dwyer
Throughout my varied and long career in local government I have dealt with many challenges, years of austerity and a global pandemic to name but two. In the face of difficulty, it has always been people that motivate and inspire me to continuing doing what I do, both those living in the places I serve and those I have worked with to do so.
