Covid-19: the national and local responses
In March, at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, the Government’s prevailing narrative was that of a colossal national … Read more
Socitm calls on local authorities to learn the lessons – and think long and hard before they use algorithms ….
This comes in the wake of the controversy over the exam grading algorithm and wider calls for more transparency … Read more
Socitm launches Covid-19 report
Socitm today launches its detailed findings into local government’s response to the Covid-19 crisis. More than 2,500 questionnaires were … Read more
Socitm celebrates success with first ever virtual graduation
A first ever online graduation ceremony will take place on 16 July between 6 – 7.30pm to celebrate the … Read more
Planting the Flag: a new local normal
The response of local government to Covid-19 is nothing short of astonishing. Focusing on what really matters for residents, … Read more
What happened when Kirklees Council held its first remote cabinet meeting?
Local government approaches to flexible and remote working, required by the response to the Covid-19 pandemic, has been rapid … Read more
