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Practitioner insights: Mainstreaming new operating models and the future of local government

Wednesday, 30 September 12:30 - 13:30

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Following on from the previous session where we explore what is currently happening with the Upstream Collaborative, this quickfire Q+A session - with leading local government practitioners - will unearth what it could mean for the future of local government.

Speakers

  • Mark Adams - Assistant Director Communities and Health, Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council
  • Amanda Askham - Director of Business Improvement and Development, Cambridgeshire County Council
  • Jenni Lloyd - Programme Manager, Innovation Programmes, Nesta
  • Anna Randle - Chief Executive, Collaborate CIC
  • Mark Smith - Director Public Service Reform, Gateshead Council

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