Public sector spending: The Procurement Act 2023
In an aim to transform the landscape of public sector spending, the Procurement Act 2023 is set to show in a new era of regulations governing how the UK government allocates its vast procurement budget, estimated at around £300 billion annually.
Damp and mould-related surveys: What is a healthy building?
Why are condensation, damp and mould still issues, and how do we know if our location is healthy for all? Here, David Bly, Managing Director of Cornerstone Management Services Limited, explains the firm’s findings and how their reported transparent outcomes have served to provide cost-effective solutions across the industries they serve.
Lessons learned from Post Office’s Horizon IT scandal
Harish Rao, Technology Director at Crown Workforce Management, provides an opinion on the management lessons learned from the Post Office’s software deployment disaster.
Designing out crime: a strategic approach to reducing youth crime rates and boosting mental...
Sarah Nelson, CEO of Foundation for Future London, discusses innovative ways to ‘design out crime’ to reduce crime rates and youth substance abuse in East London.
China state-affiliated cyber actors target UK democratic institutions
The UK government has called out China's state-affiliated actors for engaging in cyber activities aimed at damaging UK democratic institutions and individuals.
Canada’s heritage and culture of the Yukon region
Jonathan Miles, Managing Editor of Open Access Government, charts the Canadian Government’s recent efforts to bolster the country’s heritage, with a focus on supporting arts and culture of the Yukon region and more.
Building a resilient and future-ready democracy in the EU
Dubravka Šuica, Vice-President for Democracy and Demography, charts her priorities for building a resilient and future-ready democracy in the EU.
A need for continued support for Ukraine in the face of war
As the world observes the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion this weekend, our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity must not falter – and we must give all the resources available for Ukraine to get the job done.
Why is it essential to build a democracy fit for the future?
The future of democratic processes should see opportunities for everyone to participate at different levels of government – be it local, regional or national. But this participation is far more than just voting, states Alistair Jones, Associate Professor, University Teacher Fellow, SFHEA, Subject Lead Politics and IR, DMU.
Councils in financial distress: Exploring income generation through economic development
Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, examines UK councils in financial distress, stating that income generation through a commitment to economic development must be explored.
Ursula Von der Leyen aims for second term as European Commission president
Ursula Von der Leyen, the current president of the European Commission, has announced her bid for a second term.
Competence and conduct are key for social housing providers, but who will pay?
The future of social housing in the UK will depend on well-trained and knowledgeable people with the right qualifications, who demonstrate the right behaviours. This is what the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) wants to see when assessing the performance of Registered Providers and utilising its new powers of enforcement.
The future of EU Enlargement
European Economic and Social Committee President Oliver Röpke talks us through the next steps of the EU Enlargement plans to create a truly geopolitical EU.
Crown Commercial Service reveals SME action plan to boost government procurement
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has announced an SME action plan to foster a level playing field for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in...
ICJ rules Israel must take all measures to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza
Today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict was concluded.
Migrants, immigrants, democracy and voting rights: The unheard voices of Britain
With voting rights at risk for certain demographics, it is more important than ever that we reinforce trust in the British democratic system and give a voice to all residents who call Britain home, argues Alina Vaduva, Royal Docks School of Business and Law.
Local government’s financial crisis: Are local institutions disappearing?
One in five English councils on the brink of bankruptcy: What will it take to save them?
Britain has a plan to let aid through in Gaza
After an assessment by the World Food Program (WFP), the hunger crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point.
South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza
South Africa has filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of breaching the UN convention on genocide in its actions against Palestinians in Gaza.
Rockford associates: Providing a financial lifeline for councils in 2024 and beyond
Recovery audit specialists, Rockford Associates, discuss how increasing financial pressures are impacting local councils, the services they provide, and, therefore, the welfare of residents, and how their company can help.
