Conference Papers

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A new wave of change is about to hit civic institutions demanding they be more responsive and accountable to their neighbourhoods and communities. An ‘empowerment' white paper in the summer is expected to outline proposals to make this happen. This major one day conference will enable delegates to understand the direction of this policy of empowerment and how they can ensure their organisation is ready for such a change. Many of these proposals are impacting on council, health and other services already and being adopted by the best councils

The conference will set out how local authorities can demonstrate strong and visible local leadership, whilst at the same time, providing more opportunities through neighbourhoods, new forms of consultation and feedback for communities to influence and recall decisions plus review or challenge the delivery of services.

A greater ability for communities to hold public officials, councils and other public organisations and representatives to account locally is all part of the emerging new settlement in local government. The event will also cover the challenge posed by the resurgent issue of elected mayors.

This conference will examine the impact of this on local councils, management accountability and service delivery, and what officers and elected members need to do to keep their council at the edge of best practice.

For further information contact Andrew Almond on 020 7324 4363,
e-mail andrew.almond@neilstewartassociates.co.uk