Articles by Jessica Studdert
Embedding meaningful participation through devolution
By By Jessica Studdert | 26 September 2024
The new Government signalled early and clearly that it means business on devolution. A warm recep...
There is enormous energy and hope out there
By Jessica Studdert | 09 August 2024
The Government has a chance to unleash power and collectively forge new routes to sustainability,...
Three elements will be important for mission-driven government
By Jessica Studdert | 25 June 2024
Jess Studdert sets out the three aspects that will be crucial if mission-driven government is to ...
Time for a cross-government framework for place-based collaboration
By Jessica Studdert | 13 May 2024
Revisiting Total Place principles would offer a strong foundation for a wider shift across the pu...
Reform should not be detached from wider purpose
By Jessica Studdert | 02 April 2024
The role of the centre and its interface with regions and localities must shift as devolution mat...
Local government needs a 10 year plan for renewal
By Jessica Studdert | 19 February 2024
Jessica Studdert says: 'Whether or not future growth enables overall spending to rise, Treasury c...
Pooling together
By Jessica Studdert | 29 January 2024
As New Local launches a paper proposing place-based pooled budgets across public services, Jessic...
The challenge of governing isn't just what, but how
By Jessica Studdert | 08 January 2024
Whoever wins the election, by whatever platform, their entry into office will quickly be met with...
Beware the rise of conspiracy theories in our local politics
By Jessica Studdert | 08 November 2023
Conspiracy theories thrive in the absence of transparency and effective communication, says Jessi...
Putting communities in control
By Jessica Studdert | 05 October 2023
How could a serious government address tough challenges head on? A report from New Local and co-a...
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