Governance Matters
Join us on Governance Matters with South East Employer’s Governance, Development and Consultancy Manager, Kirsty Hunt, as we delve into the critical importance of good governance. Our guests will provide expert insights, offering practical advice and solutions from their wealth of experience. Our discussions will highlight the multifaceted nature of governance, from attitudes to processes, to help you influence, enhance and evolve your governance practices. Tune in if governance matters to you!
Find all our episodes here: https://www.seemp.co.uk/governance-matters/
Episodes
12 episodes
Investing in Councillor Development: Why Effective Training Matters
In the final episode of our series, we ask the big question: Why does effective training matter—and what difference does it really make?We explore the transformative power of the Councillor Development Charter, a framework that’...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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36:35
Engaging and Adaptive Communication Styles: Why They Matter
Unlock the secrets of effective communication and transform your workplace dynamics with our latest episode of Governance Matters. We're thrilled to feature Lynn Mead, our associate and a career transition coach, who brings her wealth of knowle...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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22:38
Breaking Through Myths About Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities – Why Understanding Difference Matters
Jake Bowers is a Romani journalist, producer, media teacher, film maker and blacksmith who joins us on Governance Matters for an insightful discussion on the critical role of governance, particularly for ethnic minorities such as the Gypsy and ...
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26:40
Informed Councillor Allowance Reviews: Why Evidence-Based Decisions Matter
What if the backbone of a well-functioning society isn't just its people, but its governance? Join me, Kirsty, as we continue our new series, Governance Matters, with a deep dive into the intricacies of allowances. Our special guest, Mark Palme...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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22:56
Navigating conflict in meetings: Why Chairing Skills Matter
Discover the art of conflict management in public forums with our returning guest, Councillor Minas-Bound from Basingstoke and Deane. Minas-Bound shares how asking the right questions can transform discord into productive dialogue. We discuss t...
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Episode 8
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15:10
Behind the Decisions: Why Resilience in Public Life Matters
What if prioritising mental health could transform your career and personal life? Join us for an enlightening conversation with David Beeney, a former commercial director who has become a passionate advocate for mental health awareness in the w...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:01
Hearing the debate: why accessibility in meetings matters
Unlock the secrets to transforming local governance and enhancing accessibility with Councillor Knowles, an independent councillor and former mayor from the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council. Discover how he improved council meeti...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:41
Collaboration in Local Governance: Why Community Voices Matter
What if your community's voice could shape its future? Join us for a compelling episode of Governance Matters, where we promise you'll uncover the transformative power of community engagement in governance. We welcome back the insightful Counci...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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23:51
Effective meetings: Why Chairing Skills Matter
Discover the art of effective chairing and governance with Councillor Knowles, the previous Mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, as he draws from his extensive experience in local government meetings. Councillor Knowles reveals...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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25:59
Asking the Right Way: Why Questioning Style Matters
What if the key to effective governance isn’t just in the words we choose, but in how we ask questions? Join us on Governance Matters as we unravel the complexities of communication with Lynn Mead, a distinguished local government p...
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Episode 3
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34:03
Designing for Everyone: Why Inclusive Services Matter
Join me, Kirsty Hunt, for an insightful episode of Governance Matters as we explore the art of designing truly inclusive services. In this conversation, I sit down with Councillor Minas-Bound, the Conservative group leader at Basingsto...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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20:54
The 21st Century Public Servant Revisited: Why It Still Matters
Discover how to be a 21st-century public servant by mastering the blend of professional expertise and leadership qualities. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Catherine, a distinguished Professor of Public Management and Leadership at...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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26:56