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We’ve seen this coming for a long time but the complicating factors of reduced office demand and higher interest rates will have implications across the entire economic system including local government revenues. https://lnkd.in/gYJAAgBn
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On 2 May, Londoners vote for the 7th time to elect a Mayor. Back in 2000, the Greater London Authority was established, creating the Mayor of London and The London Assembly. The Mayor became responsible for transport, policing, fire and strategic planning. Since then, only sporadic further amounts of #devolution have taken place. Governments have focused most of their energies on creating more mayors elsewhere beyond the M25 - widening devolution, rather than deepening it. So devo feels rather stalled in London. And in this week's TheMJ I look at the reasons why this has happened, before looking ahead at whether this year's elections offer the prospect of unblocking devolution, with London's government getting more power over its own affairs. https://lnkd.in/euYCp-jH
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Jarislowsky Chair in Public Sector Management at University of Ottawa and Senior Advisor at MNP Digital
We are going to see more of this kind of commentary on the aggregate size of the federal public service as the election approaches. This study is particularly shallow. A serious conversation would have to unpack patterns by organization, function, professional group, and factor in changes in technology, arrangements with other levels of government, and look at who is working on which programs services and capabilities. There is no way to change the arc of the aggregate number, if that is what you want to do, without a thorough review of spending that will lead to painful political choices. I suspect one is coming. That is why the CD Howe piece by Lindquist and Shepherd on spending reviews is so much more useful. See an earlier post for the link. #publicadministration
Report finds 'unprecedented expansion' of the public service under Trudeau as ratio of public servants to population has increased by 25.3 per cent
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Senior executive and strategic professional in sustainable development with 20+ years of public sector experience - 208th Banned Canadian from Russia
Reviews are inevitable. As Michael Wernick points out, reductions can have unintended consequences. A couple of thoughts on reviews and meeting targets. First, is the PS fulfilling its role effectively? The Clerk’s DM taskforce didn’t tackle this question but did surface growing tensions between Ministers Offces/PMO and senior ranks of the PS. I would submit that the role of decision maker and advice provider needs a close look. Second, does the PS have the right public management framework to do its work? Yes, there are an abundance of accountabilities, pre-audits and “chiefs” of risk, data, service, hr, security, IT, finance, etc, but are they enabling outcomes and impact for Canadians? Third, as Michael Wernick also points out, does the PS have tools other governments like Finland, New Zealand and Australia have at their disposal to deliver for both decision makers and citizens? Turning to meeting any reduction targets, given morale, mental health, inclusion strategies and aging demographics - could reductions be managed through a combination of attrition and departure incentives such as applying accumulated sick leave, DM discretion on waving certain pension penalty timelines or other means be applied? The ‘nudge’ to depart may not need be draconian, uncoordinated nor overly ‘gold plated’. There is institutional memory of DRAP I am sure. There were lessons. Perhaps the Comptroller General should also take a peek at the relative savings achieved through both DRAP the Adminstrative Savings Review too… Parliamentarians and Canadians need to know they are getting value for money. It would be shortsighted and likely negligent to undertake any reductions without addressing the first three questions.
Jarislowsky Chair in Public Sector Management at University of Ottawa and Senior Advisor at MNP Digital
We are going to see more of this kind of commentary on the aggregate size of the federal public service as the election approaches. This study is particularly shallow. A serious conversation would have to unpack patterns by organization, function, professional group, and factor in changes in technology, arrangements with other levels of government, and look at who is working on which programs services and capabilities. There is no way to change the arc of the aggregate number, if that is what you want to do, without a thorough review of spending that will lead to painful political choices. I suspect one is coming. That is why the CD Howe piece by Lindquist and Shepherd on spending reviews is so much more useful. See an earlier post for the link. #publicadministration
Report finds 'unprecedented expansion' of the public service under Trudeau as ratio of public servants to population has increased by 25.3 per cent
https://www.hilltimes.com
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Following the announcement of new First Minister of Wales Vaughan Gething’s new cabinet last month, and last week’s reveal of cabinet roles and responsibilities, it is now possible to review the rationale behind Gething’s appointments and the likely implications for Wales. Overall, Gething’s new cabinet indicates a preference for conciliation and intra-party unity in the short-term, with a looming general election by the end of the year and crucial Senedd elections in May 2026. Gething’s new-look cabinet consequently reflects the mandate and policy agenda inherited from Mark Drakeford, with the possibility of more seismic personnel and policy changes in the next Senedd term. #vaughangething #welshgovernment #welshcabinet #reshuffle #welshlabour #election #senedd https://lnkd.in/ejstiZG3
A New First Minister of Wales – Appointment of New Cabinet
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Naturally happy to see this news, and commend sector colleagues in supporting behind the scenes in getting this on the agenda. Few thoughts: - it is a common sense proposition for a new government wanting to do things differently, be seen to do things differently and wanting different results. I hope that their plan includes follows through to implementation not just consultation. - one key retort from opposition t is that this is 'delegating' leadership, that they are avoiding making tough decisions. bearing the mind Labour's fragile ego on accusations of weak leadership, there needs to be a clear narrative of how this is in fact strong leadership - trust, innovation, bravery. Otherwise it will crumble quickly - those with any campaigning history for House of Lords reform should stay well away from designing and delivering any assembly of House of Lords reform. Not because of bad intentions, but the inevitable scrutiny would undermine the public perception and confidence in the processing overall, looking forward to increasing public knowledge and reeling off well versed retorts to why this is a great idea!! https://lnkd.in/eWFr4gCT
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The election is over. With a Labour government in Westminster and a Labour mayor at the helm of the English capital, one can't help but ponder the potential for a significant increase in affordable housing during the next decade of London's ongoing regeneration, as passionately emphasized in the Labour manifesto. Yet, it remains to be seen whether this vision will come to fruition. What we can anticipate, however, is a more harmonious London Plan that aligns with the Whitehall’s political agenda. Despite both parties emphasizing "growth" as a key message, it is intriguing to observe how a different administration adopts distinct approaches in pursuit of urban development. #ukelection2024
𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗦 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗣 After a night of close races and hard-fought contests, London has elected its 75 MPs for the new Parliament. For the first time in modern electoral history, inner London has no Conservative MPs, while the Liberal Democrats and Labour’s gains in Conservative-held seats in outer London saw the Conservatives drop to single figures city-wide. LCA’s new map of London’s constituencies reflects a General Election of monumental change – and five years of a new Labour Government. Our LDN newsletter is now more indispensable than ever for keeping abreast of post-election developments. If you haven't already subscribed, we strongly encourage you to do so to ensure you don't miss any critical updates ➡️ https://lnkd.in/edM9Hkiu
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Imagine losing out on a promotion due to office politics. Whether you engaged in them and lost or chose to stay out and still got burned, navigating office politics is crucial. They are the unwritten rules that many of us face daily. Watch my take on office politics: https://lnkd.in/gg2JMTNQ
HOW TO Navigate Office Politics | Tshidi Khunou
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What an extraordinary election! The Cons share of the vote finished on only 23.7%, meaning their vote share has halved in five years. Labour has won a historic landslide and the size of majority means they can be radical, and they must hope that this sees them in power for at least a decade. But the shift of the Conservative vote to Reform speaks volumes. A night of colossal losses as well as wins. The best performance ever for the Lib Dems, the worst ever for the Conservatives and a bruising for the SNP winning only 9 seats. I can't wait to get my sleeves rolled up and persuade the new government to get on with the job of corporate governance reform, making directors accountable, restoring public trust and faith in business and bringing forward measures to make business in the UK accountable for their impact on the environment and society.
This morning we’ve woken up to the seismic shift in UK politics everyone anticipated. Congratulations to the incoming Prime Minister and his team as they assume their seats in the House of Commons and their new roles in the days to come. 🗳 Two weeks ago, we outlined our top five priorities for the new government – from essential audit reform to crucial investment in HMRC. We look forward to working with the new government to make the UK an even better place for businesses to thrive. Read more from our CEO, Bruce Cartwright CA: https://lnkd.in/en2NtmQb #UKPolitics #AuditReform #FutureOfBusiness
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