Live Q&As
Our weekly, live discussions on the Guardian public leaders network feature expert panels on the latest policy and leadership topics
10 steps to building a smart city
As urban areas swell around the world, leaders are seeking better ways to accommodate citizens. Experts from a recent livechat offer advice
Who makes a smart city? – livechat
Join us on Monday 3 August from 1 to 2pm to discuss how leaders from public, private, academic and other sectors can work together to make cities smarter
10 barriers to using mobile technology to fight inequality
There’s huge potential for mobile to be a catalyst for inclusive growth. But many challenges – from gender inequality to phone charging – must first be addressed
Can mobile technology be a catalyst for inclusive growth?
Join us on Thursday 26 February from 5-7pm GMT, to discuss the potential for the mobile industry to help lift people out of poverty
11 tips for how councils can improve their energy efficiency
How can councils go green? The experts who took part in our recent livechat provided their advice – here’s our summary of some of the best points
What does a good government building look like?
The public sector is stripping away its property portfolio, but changes can boost productivity and attract talent as well as driving cost savings
What kind of workplace do government staff need? – livechat
Join us on Friday 5 December from 12 till 2pm to discuss how to reduce the cost of building maintenance without dismissing the needs of workers
Ten ways to ensure future transport projects are sustainable
What government and the transport sector can do to improve public health and tackle climate change: our expert views
How to create sustainable transport systems throughout the UK – livechat
Join us on Friday 10 October from 12-2pm to discuss what the transport sector should do to help improve public health and tackle climate change
Digital public services: advice from around the world
From digital government in Estonia to reporting problems via text in Uganda, our expert share tips on using technology
How to learn from the best digital public services worldwide – livechat
Join us on Friday 19 September from 12-2pm to discuss how governments can share technology innovation globally
How to ensure our public services benefit from the right digital skills
For a truly digital government we need to address a skills shortage and risk averse culture. Here, experts discuss solutions
How to develop digital skills in central government – livechat
Join us on Friday 11 July from 12-2pm to discuss how to get the right skills and culture for digital innovation in Whitehall
How leaders from across public services can work together better
Expert views on why we need better leaders, the challenges of collaborative working and how to overcome them
How leaders from across public services can work together better – livechat
Join us on Friday 9 May to discuss new models of leadership based on collaborative working and citizens' needs
How big data is transforming public services – expert views
We asked our experts how government can handle big data better, and mitigate the risks of privacy breaches
How to govern at arm's length – expert views on quangos
Our experts argue that the landscape of government is confusing and needs reigning in
How do quangos fit into the future of public services? – talkpoint
Join our talkpoint on Friday 11 April from 12 to 1pm to discuss what's next for controversial public agencies
Why people are not engaged in politics and policymaking – and how to fix it
We asked former home secretary David Blunkett and other experts how to involve #peopleinpolitics. Here's what they said
What government can do with big data – livechat
Join us online on Tuesday 15 April to talk about the potential of big data to transform public services and kickstart innovation
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