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Resilience in Action: How Alliance Leisure Overcame ISG's Collapse
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Cluett, Managing Director of Alliance Leisure, to discuss the unexpected collapse of one of their main contractors, ISG, in September. ISG was involved in several critical projects, including new-build leisure centres, government projects, and data centres for major clients like Amazon. Paul shares the immediate impact on Alliance Leisure and their clients, and how his team managed to mobilise quickly and effectively to get their projects back on track.We delve into the role of the UK Leisure Framework in their recovery efforts and the importance of collaboration during this challenging period. Paul also shares key learnings from this experience and offers valuable insights for others working on large construction projects. Tune in to hear how Alliance Leisure turned a potential crisis into an opportunity for growth and resilience.
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Building Second Chances: Sustainable Employment for Ex-Offenders in the Housing Sector
In this episode, we sit down with Darren Ibell, Assistant Director of Asset Management & Development at Broxtowe Council, to explore the critical issue of sustainable employment for ex-offenders within the housing sector. Darren shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities in integrating ex-offenders into the workforce, the role of housing in their rehabilitation, and the innovative programs and policies Broxtowe Council has implemented to support this initiative. Join us for an enlightening conversation on how providing stable employment can transform lives and communities.
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Leisure at the Heart of Local Government Strategy – How to Make ‘Leisure’ Work for You?
In this episode, Matt and James Foley from Alliance Leisure discuss how local governments can strategically integrate leisure into their frameworks to benefit communities. They explore the importance of leisure for physical health, mental well-being, and economic growth, highlight current trends like wellness activities and sustainable practices, and provide strategies for effective integration, including needs assessment and community engagement. The episode also features success stories and emphasizes the vital role of leisure in community development and well-being, encouraging local authorities to prioritize leisure in their strategic planning.Contact: [email protected]
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Empowering Foster Care: Insights from Louise Allen
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Louise Allen, the award-winning author of the best-selling series Thrown Away Children. Louise is not only a celebrated writer but also an accomplished artist, illustrator, and foster carer. As the CEO of Sparksisterhood.org and someone who grew up in care herself, Louise brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the table.Join us as we delve into her invaluable advice for current and prospective foster carers, exploring the challenges and rewards of fostering. Louise shares her insights on how local authorities can better support and retain foster carers, ensuring a nurturing environment for children in need. Whether you're a foster carer, considering becoming one, or involved in child welfare services, this episode offers practical guidance and heartfelt stories that will inspire and inform.
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ProAge's Mission to Collaberate with Local Authorities to Build Age-Inclusive Communities
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Mansfield, the CEO of ProAge, a UK charity dedicated to fostering age-inclusive workplaces and high-performing multigenerational teams. Mike is a seasoned thought leader on longevity, age-inclusion, and multigenerational workplaces. With a rich background that includes establishing the Aegon Center for Longevity and Retirement and authoring numerous reports on retirement security, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion.We'll explore ProAge's ambitions and their vision for partnering with local authorities to create more inclusive communities. Mike will share insights on the importance of age-inclusion, the benefits of multigenerational teams, and how local authorities can collaborate with ProAge to achieve these goals.
The Truth about Local Government is a platform committed to providing a free resource to the local authority sector, seeking to provide solutions to the problems the sector is facing. Our purpose is to widen the echo chamber, where local government innovation and solution orientated action can be shared, perpetuated and help councils deliver services that support the communities they serve.Through collaboration and innovation, we will find the solutions we need as a local government sector to tackle the challenges ahead.Subscribe now.There are seven seasons, with each one focusing on a specific vertical within local government.Season 1: Place (Regeneration, Housing, Planning, Property and Highways)Season 2: People (Adults and Childrens, Education and Healthcare)Season 3: Corporate Functions (IT, HR, Communications, Marketing, Technology, Transformation, Finance and Legal)Season 4: Member SupportSeason 5: Understanding local government (exploring the basics of local government, aimed primarily at the public)Season 6: Support for the local government supply chain (exploring topics, on how the supply chain work with local government and add the most value).Season 7: General (value add content that doesn't fit into the other series parameters)Season 8: :Leadership (specific advice for leaders within local government)
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