Claire Porter
Why diversity really matters
There is still much to do celebrate on the diversity agenda, but also much more to do, writes Claire Porter.
Authoritative or bossy?
The culture shift currently underway in the local government sector is a prime opportunity to assess the leadership skills we value - and at the same time push for equality.
Breaking through the glass ceiling
The local government workforce is changing from an old boys’ club to a far more open environment for women, but the vast majority of chief executives are still men. Claire Porter explains the vital role of diversity in policy-making.