The Devolution Dissected podcast series delves into the key themes of the Devolution White Paper, offering insights into its implications for public sector transformation and regional governance.
Hosted by Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, the series features an expert panel comprising Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle Consulting.
Episode 1 - who are the winners and losers of the Devolution White Paper?
The panel discuss their initial thoughts on the Devolution White Paper and assess its winners and losers following its release.
Episode 2 - unpacking the devolution framework and the impact on London
In this episode, the discussion dives into the devolution framework and examining strategic authorities and their evolving role. They also explore whether London is finally receiving its fair share of devolved powers and what this means for the broader devolution agenda.
Episode 1 - who are the winners and losers of the Devolution White Paper?
The panel discuss their initial thoughts on the Devolution White Paper and assess its winners and losers following its release.
Episode 2 - unpacking the devolution framework and the impact on London
In this episode, the discussion dives into the devolution framework and examining strategic authorities and their evolving role. They also explore whether London is finally receiving its fair share of devolved powers and what this means for the broader devolution agenda.
Episode 3 - exploring the financial aspects of the Devolution White Paper
The third episode examines the financial aspects of the Devolution White Paper, including its proposals to simplify local authority funding through models such as integrated financial settlements.
Episode 4 - navigating local government reform
The final episode explores the central themes of local government reform, the challenges around fostering inclusive economic growth through local growth plans and critically examines whether the system has the capacity to handle these ambitious reforms.
