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Rachel Reeves is unlikely to satisfy many this afternoon. While the statement she’s delivering may not technically be an emergency budget, it skirts close enough to make the semantics feel irrelevant. The economic backdrop…
Read articleOn 17 March 2025, a diverse panel of experts and practitioners came together for a thought-provoking discussion that spanned the challenges of welfare reform, the role of automation in public services, and emerging trends…
Read article10 March 2025 – The discussion among key stakeholders in the Independent R&B Discussion Group, focused on topics that ranged from the latest developments in CTR analytics to housing strategies and welfare reform. Moderated…
Read articleOn 3 March 2025 at 12:02pm, the Independent R&B Discussion Group convened to address some of the most pressing issues currently affecting local authorities and public services across the country. The session, chaired by…
Read articleOn 24 February 2025, local government practitioners met to discuss key issues affecting council funding and regulatory practices. The session was moderated by Malcolm Gardner and featured contributions from experts including Tom Clark, Kim…
Read articleCorrection from previous newsletter: Gareth Morgan noted that in Wales, financial awareness training was available to help train advisors. See https://www.dangos.wales/ The Independent R&B Discussion Group convened on 17 February 2025, bringing together experts…
Read articleOn 10 February 2025, the Independent R&B Discussion Group convened to discuss key issues affecting local government, particularly financial settlements and reorganisation plans. The conversation, led by Malcolm Gardner, covered the latest funding allocations,…
Read articleThe Independent R&B Discussion Group held its latest meeting on 3rd February 2025, with discussions covering key issues affecting the sector, including upcoming events, welfare reform, and local authority financial pressures. Webinar Announcement Malcolm…
Read articleIntroduction The Independent R&B Discussion Group met on 27 January 2025 to discuss pressing welfare and policy issues. Led by Malcolm Gardner, the panel featured contributions from experts including Tom Clark, Paul Howarth, Gareth…
Read articleThe Independent R&B Discussion Group recently gathered to examine pressing issues in welfare reform and local government policy. The session, marked by diverse expertise and in-depth analysis, shed light on challenges and potential paths…
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