As Labour Conference kicks off in Liverpool, some reading on public service reform- specifically the role of communities/places in an agenda dominated by silos & traditional mindsets. First up, this by Bridges Outcomes Partnerships on 3 spending shifts needed: www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/thr...
The traditional siloed model of public services is ineffective for complex societal problems. But three public spending shifts can change this.
Next up, a clear proposal for Govt. There is a need to initiate longer term public service reform for prevention & sustainability, even if the short term is grim & hard. @jydenham.bsky.socialwww.newlocal.org.uk/articles/tot...
With the Autumn Budget in sight, Former Secretary of State John Denham and New Local’s Jessica Studdert make the case for Total Place 2.0.
Point 2 is hugely relevant to the conversations I've been involved with recently where voluntary and community sector organisations are delivering commissioned services. The admin burden is huge and the uncertainty beyond that funding cycle has a real impact.