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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. |
9 | 26 Aug 2010 10:01 |
Children's servicesA discussion on the many challenges faced by those working to deliver children's services. |
4 | 06 Aug 2010 11:45 |
Choice, voice and personalisationUse this forum to discuss, debate and share ideas on how your authority is tackling the choice agenda. |
3 | 02 Sep 2010 13:44 |
CommunicationsA chance to exchange ideas on how to keep local residents informed of what their council is doing for them. |
50 | 01 Sep 2010 07:58 |
CouncillorsShare your thoughts on the news, views and issues raised in the councillors' resource area. |
2 | 27 Aug 2010 16:06 |
Deming and systems thinkingAn opportunity to discuss principles of management and systems thinking. For reference purposes: previous Deming and systems thinking thread |
8 | 02 Sep 2010 16:59 |
E-governmentHow has e-government affected your authority? Use this forum to share good practice. |
3 | 20 Jul 2010 16:25 |
Healthy communitiesA chance to talk about improving the health of local communities and reducing health inequalities. |
0 | 04 Feb 2010 11:32 |
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. |
5 | 29 Jul 2010 01:58 |
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 | 23 Oct 2009 17:04 |
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. |
17 | 22 Aug 2010 16:01 |
PartnershipsAn opportunity to join a series of lively discussions on all the issues about every aspect of partnerships. |
7 | 06 Aug 2010 11:49 |
Performance management, measurement and use of information (PMMI)An opportunity to discuss how capacity, resources and people can be managed to deliver your ambitions. |
9 | 26 Aug 2010 17:17 |
ScrutinyWhether they are involved or not, every councillor will be affected by the work of overview and scrutiny. Debate the issues here. |
4 | 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. |
2 | 11 Aug 2010 12:37 |
Working with the voluntary sectorAn opportunity to spread knowledge on how valuable the voluntary sector can be in helping local authorities to deliver services. |
3 | 15 Jul 2010 11:48 |
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