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The IDeA discussion forums help you share knowledge and learning and solve problems across local government. The forums are open to all but you must register on the website to post a comment.
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| Forum | Topics | Latest post |
|---|---|---|
Best ValueAn opportunity to discuss ways to establish a culture of good management in local government. |
2 | 27 Jan 2012 10:55 |
Children's servicesA discussion on the many challenges faced by those working to deliver children's services. |
0 | 14 Jul 2011 15:56 |
Choice, voice and personalisationUse this forum to discuss, debate and share ideas on how your authority is tackling the choice agenda. |
0 | 20 Sep 2010 17:40 |
CommunicationsA chance to exchange ideas on how to keep local residents informed of what their council is doing for them. |
10 | 12 Jan 2012 13:51 |
CouncillorsShare your thoughts on the news, views and issues raised in the councillors' resource area. |
2 | 15 Sep 2011 13:17 |
Deming and systems thinkingAn opportunity to discuss principles of management and systems thinking. For reference purposes: previous Deming and systems thinking thread |
1 | 01 Jan 2012 21:17 |
E-governmentHow has e-government affected your authority? Use this forum to share good practice. |
3 | 22 Nov 2011 10:12 |
Healthy communitiesA chance to talk about improving the health of local communities and reducing health inequalities. |
3 | 16 Nov 2011 09:57 |
HousingUse the forum to share your strategic housing knowledge or to ask for help with an issue. You can also download the latest presentations from the Strategic Housing team. |
3 | 01 Nov 2011 15:27 |
Local area agreementsLAAs aim to reduce bureaucracy and enhance efficiency. No matter what stage of the process you are at, post questions and share experiences here. |
0 | 22 Oct 2010 11:17 |
Open spaceThis is an open forum in which you can discuss any topic you wish. If a topic in here prompts a lot of interest we can set up a new forum specifically dedicated to it. |
3 | 19 Jan 2012 13:13 |
PartnershipsAn opportunity to join a series of lively discussions on all the issues about every aspect of partnerships. |
0 | 27 Jul 2011 11:21 |
Performance management, measurement and use of information (PMMI)An opportunity to discuss how capacity, resources and people can be managed to deliver your ambitions. |
0 | 26 Nov 2010 15:53 |
ScrutinyWhether they are involved or not, every councillor will be affected by the work of overview and scrutiny. Debate the issues here. |
0 | 16 Aug 2010 19:09 |
Sustainable communitiesHave your say on how local authorities can contribute to creating a cleaner, safer, greener and more sustainable world. |
1 | 06 Nov 2011 17:03 |
Working with the voluntary sectorAn opportunity to spread knowledge on how valuable the voluntary sector can be in helping local authorities to deliver services. |
4 | 08 Nov 2011 14:12 |
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