Category: Thought leadership

Nearly all the UK’s local authorities have adopted a net zero target, be that for 2030, 2050 or somewhere in between. However, the emission sources included in these targets, and what is consequently reported on, is variable. Whilst emissions from electricity and gas consumption are consistently included, it is supplier emissions which are too often […]

As local government reform and the devolution agenda gather pace, CSW speaks to Local Partnerships CEO about helping central government departments bridge policy ambitions and frontline delivery For those unfamiliar, what is Local Partnerships, and what makes it different from other consultancies? Adele Gritten: We are an organisation made up of senior individuals who’ve worked […]

A new report published by the LGA and developed by Local Partnerships sets out advice on how to build collaboration between the UK Government and councils to deliver on the shared ambition for responding to climate change. The report was created in consultation with chief executives and senior officers from 30 local and combined authorities, with further […]

As featured in Partnerships Bulletin Recent news reports on problems at one of the oldest PFI schemes don’t tell the full story, says Neil Okninski, senior director at Local Partnerships  A recent article on the BBC website highlighted myriad issues at Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s grouped schools PFI scheme. As the biggest PFI scheme in the […]

Examining the strengths, weaknesses, and the quest for value maximisation in Public Infrastructure Projects The recent Radio 4 documentary, The Great PFI Debt, and other associated articles have brought the PFI model back to the public’s attention. Throughout these pieces is an absence of consistent narrative regarding the perceived strengths and/or weaknesses of PFI: are […]

Much focus recently has been placed on preparations for PFI help contract expiry. Approximately 200 operational PFI contracts are due to expire within the next 10 years, so this is an important topic for discussion. The quantity and value of PFI projects have highlighted the need for greater monitoring and input. The public sector will […]