Radical Localism: Local Government and Public Service Reform

Date: 23.03.2012 17:30 - 19:00

Location: Scottish Conservatives Party Conference, Fairways Room, Barcelo Marine Hotel, Troon

With Scotland's public services facing pressure from increased social challenges and reduced budgets, radical transformation seems to be needed with Local Authorities at the front line.  This session explored how they might achieve the changes needed and examined what is already happening in Scotland and elsewhere.

Chair: Graeme Downie - Communications Manager Scotland & Northern Ireland, NESTA

Speakers: Murdo Fraser MSP, Convener, Scottish Parliament Committee on Economy, Energy & Tourism; Councillor Peter Duncan, Dumfries & Galloway; Geoff Mawdsley, Director, Reform Scotland.