Local Government

LGR offers once-in-a-generation digital opportunities, but tackling the risks is crucial Local government reorganisation is often framed in structural terms. Which councils combine, which boundaries change, who leads the new authorities, what the constitution looks like. All important. But if you want new organisations to feel coherent to residents and staff, the conversation quickly becomes...

Following the recent SEND White Paper publication, 31ten is delighted to announce a new partnership with Mime, bringing together our combined expertise to support local authorities, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), and schools as they prepare for and then implement the SEND reforms. The upcoming reforms represent a major opportunity to strengthen local SEND systems, improve outcomes...

While the benefits of prevention are largely understood, with recent evidence showing a return on investment of £3.17 for every £1 invested in Early Action and Support Interventions¹, preventative services continue to make up a disproportionately small amount of local authority and NHS spend. –   Short-term care only makes up 4% of Council’s current Adult Social...

Josh MacAlister, The Minister for Children and Families, opened his speech at this years’ NCAS Conference with a powerful description of plans to “permanently reset children’s social care in England.” This bold statement set the stage for his discussion on one of the biggest reforms in the public sphere at present, the Families First Partnership...

Once the dust has settled, it will be essential to plan for regular progress reviews to ensure success. How are former LEP functions delivering against the local vision agreed in planning for integration? 

One of the most insightful outcomes from our Future of Finance interview series has been the advice the finance directors we interviewed imparted for those considering or at an early stage in their Public Finance career.  Our conversations with s151s and their deputies have been honest, thought-provoking, and while concerning issues have come up time…

Over the past 12 months, the 31ten team have had the privilege of speaking with some of the most inspiring finance leaders working in local government today. Through our Future of Finance interview series, we’ve listened carefully as Section 151 officers, their deputies, and finance directors shared their experiences, their challenges, and — perhaps most…

Olga is the Executive Director of Resources (S151 Officer) at the London Borough of Enfield. She is responsible for the finance, digital services, revenues & benefits and procurement teams. We sat down with Olga in April 2025 to discuss her career journey so far and where she believes the future of finance is heading. Hi,…

The public sector remains under pressure to deliver more with less. This challenge is coupled with a renewed focus on driving local economic growth and the potential for fiscal devolution within local government. To navigate these pressures, innovative investment approaches are emerging like Place-Based Impact Investing (PBII), helping to attract external investment and shape markets…

Once the dust has settled, it will be essential to plan for regular progress reviews to ensure success. How are former LEP functions delivering against the local vision agreed in planning for integration?