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31ten named one of the UK’s Leading Public Sector Consultants for a fifth year running
31ten named as one of the UK’s Leading Management Consultants by the Financial Time for the fifth year running.
The challenges facing local government are formidable, yet councils across the country are brimming with creativity and resilience as they engage with communities to find solutions. At 31ten, we are talking to councils nationwide to explore what the future holds and the implications for the next government. Ameeta Rowland, one of our associate consultants leading…
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?
There is the opportunity for residual funding from LEP integration to be safeguarded and reallocated to support future economic development initiatives. However, making a compelling case for ringfencing this funding is essential in the context of the many other local authority funding pressures and priorities.
A well-prepared business case is the cornerstone of successful project implementation. However, navigating the intricacies of business case preparation can be challenging, and common pitfalls can undermine and derail the decision-making process.
Maggie Kufeldt is a Director at 31ten who also holds interim leadership positions in the public sector. I caught up with Maggie to speak to her about her most recent interim role as Executive Director for Adult’s and Health Partnerships in Salford City Council. This included responsibility for adult social care, housing, welfare and public…
This is a pivotal year for local government when considering the development and delivery of an economic strategy. History shows that first movers have an advantage and establishing priorities shaped by local businesses and communities will give confidence to the market.
How through working collaboratively to identify solutions and opportunities for innovation, it is possible to address the issues of quality and supply in safe accommodation.
Recognising the scale of this issue, local authorities play a crucial role in creating an environment that fosters safety and support for those seeking refuge.
Reflecting on what we have heard at our recent roundtable ‘The Future of LEPs’, we collated our top tips for how to safeguard the voice of the local business community in future arrangements.