Regional working is here to stay

By John Copps | 11 December 2023

John Copps says regional working in children’s services can no longer be something that can be se...

Putting human relationships first

By John Copps | 02 November 2022

John Copps outlines how the new approach of relational project management can help local governme...

Calling in the bridge-builders

By John Copps | 12 October 2021

Effective co-operation between central and local government relies as much on people acting as ‘...

The success of local authority companies relies on effective governance

By John Copps | 01 December 2020

Council-owned companies have a valuable role in local government, but clarity over their purpose ...

Local authorities can help make mutual aid a positive legacy of COVID-19

By John Copps | 12 May 2020

John Copps argues that local authorities should encourage and promote the sustainability of mutua...

Who is best placed to lead the integration of public services?

By John Copps | 13 February 2018

Integration is the mot du jour in public services. But with so many initiatives to bring services...