PUBLIC PRACTICE

Earlier this week, Anna Rose, Chair of PUBLIC PRACTICE, attended the Housing Community Summit in Liverpool. This flagship event, co-hosted by the National Housing Federation (NHF) and the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), brought together over 2,000 senior leaders to discuss the future of social housing in the UK. Planning reform, affordable housing and development capacity were key themes addressed at the summit. These discussions highlight the importance of equipping local government with the resources and diverse skills to tackle complex spatial challenges. We believe that with the right support, public sector officers can lead the way in creating inclusive, sustainable environments for all. Part of our mission involves recruiting and empowering diverse placemaking professionals within local government to influence long-term decisions that shape everyday places. We are committed to building capacity within the public sector, ensuring it has the expertise and resources to meet the evolving needs of our communities. To read more about our approach, visit: https://lnkd.in/gegxbm8b

What's the reality of working in local government placemaking? Join us at 1 pm on Tuesday September 17, for the launch of the Recruitment and Skills Report: Public Sector Placemakers 2024. This event will uncover the resourcing challenges and skills gaps currently facing local government and provide insights that can help shape the future. If you've already shared your experience in the survey, tag your colleagues and friends in the public sector in the comments below and invite them to join us. Sign up for the event today: https://lnkd.in/eRQp5Fwv #LocalGovernment #Placemaking #Recruitment #PublicSector

We are excited to announce the launch of Public Practice CPDs, designed specifically for built environment professionals. These live online sessions cover topics such as planning committees, public procurement and public-private partnerships, equipping you with practical insights to enhance collaboration with local authorities. Through practical insights and expert guidance, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how local authorities function, empowering them to drive projects forward with confidence and clarity. Explore our CPD offerings and book your session today: https://lnkd.in/eNpNxMgi

The #PublicTalks series kicks off this week, starting today at 1 pm. Join our Autumn 2023 Associates as they reflect on the insights they've gathered after a year of working in local government. Making a Case for Collaboration Monday, 9 September from 13:00 - 14:00 https://lnkd.in/eqN5ngwD Sticking to the Plan Tuesday, 10 September from 13:00 - 14:00 https://lnkd.in/eNwbC_ph Grey Matters: Navigating Complexity Wednesday, 11 September from 13:00 - 14:00 https://lnkd.in/eR9E4zqw I'm Just an Officer Thursday, 12 September from 13:00 - 14:00 https://lnkd.in/edrBYxVT Sign up now.

Join our Autumn 2023 Associates for the last session of #PublicTalks, as they explore power, equity, and the public interest in decision-making. Through case studies from West Berkshire and Lambeth, we'll discuss how power dynamics shape placemaking and ways to build a more equitable approach to decisions. This talk features insights from: — Sahar-Fatema Mohamedali, Principal Placemaking and Regeneration Officer at Oxford City Council — Natasha Sturrock, Senior Conservation and Design Officer at West Berkshire Council — Rebecca Miller, Senior Urban Design Officer at Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) — Jessica Lam, Principal Developer Contributions Officer at West Berkshire Council — Jesse Handler, Transport Strategy Programme Coordinator at London Borough of Wandsworth — Sanaa Shaikh, Placemaking Projects Manager at London Borough of Bexley Register now to book your place: https://lnkd.in/ePMAQdvS For more insights on working in the public sector, sign up for the upcoming Public Talks: https://lnkd.in/eA8x8hv4 If you want to learn more about working with local government, we are launching Public Practice CPDs. These sessions are designed to demystify the public sector for built environment professionals. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eNpNxMgi

How can the theory of neuroscience and how the brain deals with uncertainty impact our approach as built environment professionals? Next week's #PublicTalks event will explore how ambiguity and complexity transform into opportunities for creativity and discovery, using case studies from Lewisham Council and Havering London Borough Council. This talk features insights from: — David McAleavey, Creating Active and Healthy Spaces Lead at Middlesbrough Council — Anna Louise Bradley, Senior Town Centre Project Officer at North Herts Council — Sophie El Nimr, Urban Design Officer at the London Borough of Havering — Louise Young, Project Manager - Retrofit at the London Borough of Greenwich — Azhar Kapadi, Urban Design Principal at Rochdale Borough Council — Aatique Shaikh, Strategic Assets Project Manager at the Lewisham Council — Lydia Toohey, Place Shaping Officer at Westminster City Council Register now to secure your place: https://lnkd.in/eD7K_Nhq For more insights on working in the public sector, sign up for the upcoming Public Talks: https://lnkd.in/eA8x8hv4

Have you signed up for the #PublicTalks yet? Join us to explore how to maintain resilience in long-term visions amidst a short-term political climate on Tuesday, 10 September. Our Autumn 2023 Associates will discuss the challenges of staying focused on aspirations for places and communities, with practical tips to avoid derailment by unforeseen events. This talk features insights from: — Mark Boyd, Urban Design Officer at East Riding of Yorkshire Council — Czigler Anna, Economic Development Officer at Newcastle City Council — Tom Ardron, Community Retrofit Officer at London Borough of Merton — Abigail Murphy, Senior Planning Officer (Urban Design) at Rugby Borough Council — Meg Collin, Landscape & Green Infrastructure Officer at Somerset Council — Joseph Stancer, Regeneration Project Manager (Central Area) at London Borough of Waltham Forest — Eleanor Lygo, Masterplanning Officer at St Helens Council Register now: https://lnkd.in/e63abJqx For more insights on working in the public sector, sign up for the upcoming Public Talks: https://lnkd.in/eA8x8hv4

Why is collaboration crucial in the public sector? From engaging teenage girls through co-design to exploring the benefits of early engagement in planning, this first session of our #PublicTalks week delves into key strategies for effective collaboration. Happening on Monday 9 September, 1-2 pm, this event will offer practical tools and insights for professionals looking to enhance their collaborative efforts. This talk features insights from: — Jess Woodward Tang, Regeneration Manager at Croydon Council — Peter Inglis, Senior Project Manager, Net Zero at Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea — Nick Phillips, Principal Urban Design Officer at Uttlesford District Council — Christopher Fleming, Project Manager – Strategic Projects at Lewes District Council — Clare Rhatigan, Regeneration Project Manager, North Area at London Borough of Waltham Forest Register now: https://lnkd.in/eX346jZs For more insights on working in the public sector, sign up for the upcoming Public Talks: https://lnkd.in/eA8x8hv4

Join us for the launch of our Recruitment and Skills Report 2024: Public Sector Placemakers at 1 pm on Tuesday, 17 September. Hear from the Public Practice team as they share our latest insights into the recruitment challenges and skills gaps shaping the future of local government placemaking. Sign up for the event today:  https://lnkd.in/dJhfnKaH #LocalGovernment #Placemaking #Recruitment #PublicSector

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