PPN 04/20 – What’s changing and how can we plan for the future?
Lucy Woods explains what contracting authorities should do to prepare for new PPN 04/20 guidance.
Lesson learned: Digitization efforts help prepare for the unexpected
06/07/2020 Lindsay Pica-Alfano calls on local government to move forward with digitization efforts. |
Designing digital services for future citizens
03/07/2020 Dave Mann argues that trust, transparency and usability will be key to creating good digital public services in a new world. |
Local authorities need extra resources to lead contact tracing now
02/07/2020 Pascale Robinson explains why local public health teams are best placed to lead contract tracing services. |
Retrofit can provide a green stimulus to the UK’s regions
29/06/2020 Richard McWilliams argues that net zero objectives will only be met through a holistic approach to whole house retrofit. |
How to get community infrastructure right post-pandemic? Listen, then invest
26/06/2020 Victoria Boelman calls on local leaders to listen to the voices of the local community to ensure we 'build back better'. |
The new normal for public sector debt collection
24/06/2020 Richard Haymes asks what lessons will be learned after the crisis and how will policy, such as the FCA’s persistent debt and breathing space rules, be implemented in a post-coronavirus landscape. |
We must all step up to support our communities
18/06/2020 If we are to ensure a just recovery, the feelings of common purpose this crisis has caused must be harnessed, says Steve Butterworth of Neighbourly. |
Securing the future of heritage buildings and places
15/06/2020 When can heritage buildings and sites open to the public again and what measures will they need to take to do so? |
Designing public services in a user centred way when the house is on fire
09/06/2020 In order to make transformation more effective and beneficial in the long term, user-centred design must come into play, says Sam Menter. |
Keeping Stockport connected during Covid 19
08/06/2020 Stockport Council explains how it used digital transformation to support staff and local communications throughout the coronavirus crisis. |
During lockdown consultation needs renewed effort
05/06/2020 Damien Sharkey explores how councils can consult fairly with residents during the lockdown. |
An alternative to deposit return schemes
02/06/2020 Deposit return schemes are not the answer to our plastic recycling challenges, argues Matthew Ball. |
Ensuring continuity of care in a time of crisis
22/05/2020 Julie Tyas discusses how tech is becoming the eyes and ears of social workers during the pandemic. |
What will the car-free cities of the future look like?
19/05/2020 Ben Mercer explores what car-free cities could look like and how will these policies will change our city-centre commutes. |
Securing the best sites for future development
15/05/2020 Katja Stille explains why a more strategic approach is needed for site allocation. |
Councils must continue recycling collections to avoid negative environmental impact
07/05/2020 Recycling collections must continue during lockdown or risk longer term damage to our environment says Tim Gent. |
Helping smokers to quit during Covid-19
06/05/2020 Alan Sutherland calls on councils to make use of more digital tools to help smokers quit during Covid-19 |
A greener future?
01/05/2020 Steven Meersman warns that transitioning to net-zero must continue to be a priority despite Covid-19. |
We can’t let the loudness of lockdown drown out the voices of the most vulnerable
29/04/2020 Emma Lewis describes why now more than ever we must shine a light on the experiences of those who cannot speak up for themselves. |
The future of local authority payment services
22/04/2020 Danny Vant asks what does the future of local authority payments have in store? |
This issue of Public Property examines how how flexible workspaces can lead the way in regeneration for local authorities, Why local authority intervention is key to successful urban regeneration schemes and if the Government’s challenge of embracing beauty is an opportunity for communities.
The March issue also takes a closer look at Blackburn with Darwen Council's first digital health hub to help people gain control over health and care services.
