Solace

📢 We are proud to launch our latest report, 'Play', Solace's take on the 'state of the local nation' in England which outlines all of our key policy asks of the new Government. The report highlights our headline asks of Ministers, which are to: 1. Deliver a truly sustainable multi-year funding settlement for local government. 2. Shift more spending towards social infrastructure, with a specific focus on prevention/early intervention initiatives. 3. Address the workforce capacity and capability crisis facing the local public sector. Solace President Matt Prosser said: "We hope our suggestions help set the long-term path forward and that we begin to see the fundamental reset of the relationship between central and local government that ministers have already pledged. The ‘Play’ report is a blueprint for success, not for local government, but the local communities and people we are proud to serve." Solace Managing Director Graeme McDonald said: “As apolitical public servants with granular expertise of the implementation of policies across a place, Solace members are unique placed to ensure that the new Government can achieve the best possible outcomes for communities across the UK." Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/4eVS1Pf #localgov #localgovernment #report #newgov #newgovernment #policies #policyasks #generalelection #publicsector

If you are interested in the Director of Service Delivery: Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability role at Glasgow City Council, but you have yet to apply, please note that this role closes on Sunday 8th September. Find out more, including how to apply at https://bit.ly/3YBt1qN #scottishgovernment #NRScareer #newopportunity #publicsectorjobs

Responding to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's final report, published today, Solace Managing Director Graeme McDonald said: “The Grenfell Tower fire was one of our most tragic days and our thoughts remain with the victims and their families. “As today’s final report shows, this uniquely horrific tragedy was avoidable. This included the clear and obvious failure of local government leadership and culture. As a whole sector this is a reminder, if it were needed, of the need to continuously seek and aspire to high standards. “Now is the time for all of us in local government to properly reflect on the findings of the report and consider necessary change in a thorough, meaningful and sustainable manner.”

If you are interested in the Director of Children's Services role at Shetland Islands Council, but have yet to apply, please note that it closes at 12noon on Monday 9th September. Find out more, including how to apply, at https://bit.ly/3yOCUqt. Alternatively, you can call us on 020 7976 3311 if you have any outstanding questions. #newopportunity #publicservice #shetlandscareer #DCScareer #Childrensroles

✨ Only two days to go until we look at what Artificial Intelligence means for Local Government at the Solace #ScotlandConference 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿. 🔮 Session title: De-mystifying Artificial Intelligence 📆 Thursday 5th September, 2024 Time: 12:35 – 13:25 🏰 Location: Melville Castle, Midlothian https://bit.ly/3z8bI6j The evolution of AI! Data Analysis, enhancing efficiencies, improving service deliveries and reducing costs are just some of the areas AI can be integrated into Local Government. Hear how AI can increase workplace productivity within our organisation across our frontline services including a demonstration from our main sponsor CGI. 🎙️ Meet Diane Gutiw, Global Vice-President for Analytics, AI and Machine Learning at CGI Diane Gutiw PhD leads the AI Research Center in CGI's Global AI Enablement Center of Expertise, responsible for establishing CGI’s position on applied AI offerings and thought leadership. Previously, Diane was responsible for Analytics, AI and Machine Learning for CGI in Canada, leading a team of data scientists and data architects in supporting organizations implementing big data solutions. She holds a PhD in Medical Information Technology Management where she conducted doctoral research on medical AI/expert system solution modeling and adoption. Diane has assisted organizations in better understanding their data through data science, AI and machine learning to expand the scope of evidence-based decision-making. Explore more on this informative session and the full Solace Scotland programme here: ✨ https://bit.ly/3TaB1vu #LocalGov #AI #SolaceScotland

"The current system of revenue generation at the local level fails to empower local authorities or people as there is little relation between need in the local community and the funding that their councils receive..." Patrick Melia, Solace Finance lead, in Room151: https://bit.ly/4cU5btI

🚌 Local government officers this is your stop 🔔 Take a trip to the London Transport Museum 🚌 Join Solace and Business Partner Amey for an exclusive roundtable discussion on the future of transport funding to explore alternative funding opportunities. As funding pressures on local government escalate, finding the necessary finance for roads and transport projects is becoming increasingly challenging. This event will take place at the London Transport Museum on Monday 30th September from 10:00-12:30 and will be followed by a tour of the museum and lunch. The event will be chaired by Jonathan Stephenson Chief Executive of Brentwood and Rochford Council. Please register for this event using the link here - https://bit.ly/3Xmdr18 or alternatively, please email [email protected] #londontransportmuseum #funding #transport #finance #roads # challenge #roundtable #opportunities

"With a manifesto containing more than 100 commitments related to local government, the country needs strong and stable councils, with good leadership and good governance, to help the government achieve its missions..." Solace President Matt Prosser in the Local Government Chronicle: https://bit.ly/3MxfObj

We are working with Worcester City Council to recruit their next Corporate Director of Finance and Resource. Joining the Corporate Leadership team, you can expect to play an involved leadership role across the full spectrum of the Council’s work, engaging with different services to advise, support and ensure that sound financial management and controls underpin an efficient and accountable organisation. Further information on the role can be at https://bit.ly/3T5TucD, alternatively you can call us on 020 7976 3311 to discuss in more detail. #publicsectorjobs #newopportunity #localgovernmentcareers #financecareers

We are working with London Borough of Bexley to recruit their next Director of Finance & Corporate Services, a role that is central to the councils ambitions and to maximising the organisational capacity to achieve them. As the S151 Officer, it’s essential that whoever takes on this role is a qualified accountant. But it’s equally important that you have the breadth of perspective and experience to work across the full remit of corporate services, and that you can see how these can collectively enhance organisational capacity. You can find a wealth of information on the role at https://bit.ly/3LXQcUv or call us on 020 7976 3311 for an informal conversation. #londoncareers #newopportunity #financecareers #localgovernmentroles #publicsectorcareer