News & events

The way councils meet is changing. With the government moving toward legislation that could allow virtual and hybrid meetings, there’s a unique opportunity to modernise local governance—making it more inclusive, accessible, and adaptable to today’s demands.This blog shares our thoughts about how virtual and hybrid council meetings could reshape local governance, offering a practical look at the benefits, challenges, and opportunities ahead.

Learning Event to showcase the real impact of your scrutiny efforts and confidently answer the “So what?” question.

Learning Event at which we'll explore how to embed continuous, proactive budget scrutiny into your financial planning to ensure impactful oversight for the year ahead.

A new look for CfGS is revealed, including why we wanted to change our branding and how the new logo aligns with our commitment to clear and effective governance.

Join us at the CfGS Conference 2025, to explore how bold governance and courageous scrutiny can empower public services to navigate complex challenges, enhance collaboration, and drive meaningful change for communities.

This blog explores the potential shift in governance and decision-making for councils and combined authorities in the context of new government missions, emphasising the need for a more collaborative, experimental approach to public service delivery and the significant governance changes required to make it successful.

Our thoughts on the Darzi report as the reform of the NHS is a critical topic, especially when we consider its impact on local government.

Learning Event focused on turning data into meaningful insights. Whether you're looking to make sense of complex information or sharpen your decision-making skills, this session will equip you with practical tools and techniques to interpret evidence effectively.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity, to enhance dialogue and co-ordination between Chairs of Scrutiny and Audit.

Learning Event designed for knowledge and experience sharing as well as soaking up the knowledge of experts.

Mel Stevens, Chief Executive and Antony Mullen, Research and Impact Manager, discuss the fallout from recent riots.

A refection on activity over the summer, covering elections and devolution and the new Government's agenda.

Learning Event on how deliberative democracy can revitalise public engagement and strengthen scrutiny.

Learning Event with focus on in-year financial scrutiny.

Learning Event to explore the future of public sector governance and AI.

Jonathan Werran, chief executive at Localis, shares thoughts on how the Labour government’s devolution plans will unfold and impact local governance.  

Joint letter from the UK Open Government Network, on how open government can build trust, support reforms and drive.

Key messages from Mel Stevens on the governance of public services, as featured in the Municipal Journal.