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This week: 50 years of community councils in Scotland, the benefits of trauma-informed services, and a visitor-in-chief.
Councils around the world are tackling problems with resourcefulness and ingenuity. LGIU’s round up of case studies and good practice highlights from our exclusive Daily News and practical detail from our research and resources - includes housing, cultural heritage, public safety and councillors trained to deal with overdoses and much more.
Reflecting on 50 years of community councils in Scotland
In light of the Scottish Parliament’s Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee session on the 50th anniversary of community councils, this article from the Improvement Service looks at recent developments in Scotland’s first tier of local government.
In conversation with Jackie Maguire, Chief Executive of Meath County Council
Next up in LGIU’s series of interviews with local government leaders, we spoke with Meath County Council’s Chief Executive, Jackie Maguire, to find out more about the Council’s big priorities and what they’re striving to achieve this year.
LGIU@40: a global conversation for the future of local government
We believe local government is the answer to some of our toughest global challenges. But we must answer five key questions to reach this potential. LGIU Chief Executive Jonathan Carr-West outlines the challenge and the aspiration.
In conversation with Brett Luxford, Chief Executive of Mitchell Shire Council
Taking part in LGIU’s local government leadership spotlight series, Brett Luxford, Chief Executive of Mitchell Shire Council, discusses the opportunities and challenges facing their council and the wider sector.
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Sister cities and twinned towns
Do you have a great relationship with your sister city? Do you share resources and knowledge with your twinned town? How are you building connection with municipalities around the world?
Global Local: Trauma-informed services
In this edition, we’re taking a look at how local government can support victims of crime and trauma. Including, new briefings, articles, links to research and studies.
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Do emissions-controlled zones work? A review of the results
For the first time, emissions-controlled zones have been floated as a possibility in New South Wales, however, they are not a novel idea and have been implemented elsewhere for over two decades. This briefing explores the evidence from other countries and the various pros and cons they offer to factors like health, environment and economy.
This story made us smile.
President thankful for 'kindness and hospitality'
US President Joe Biden has sent a thank you letter to Cllr Mark Duffy, Cathaoirleach of the Ballina MD, following his recent visit to Co. Mayo. In the letter, President Biden thanked Cllr Duffy for the "kindness and hospitality" he had encountered on his visit, and "for all that you have done as Mayor to help deepen the partnership and strengthen the friendship between the Irish and American people". "As I said during my speech", he said, "coming to Ireland felt like coming home - and that's thanks in large part to leaders like you. Please give my best to Sarah. And as always, Mayo for Sam!"
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