Councils have a 'really bad brand and reputation issue’ and must get better at attracting talented and diverse staff, a panel has heard.
Executive director at Kingston Upon Thames LBC Naz Hussain added that in a time of austerity and a cost of living crisis, many people want to work locally.
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