Topic: Place governance

Governance: evolution and experimentation

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.


Lewisham Council

This highlights resident involvement in housing scrutiny committees, by creating co-optee roles and using surveys and focus groups to improve engagement and more inclusive decision-making.


The Conservators of Ashdown Forest

A collaborative workshop with key stakeholder organisations, to design a practical action plan deliver the ten-year Vision & Strategy for Ashdown Forest.