Norfolk County Council faces significant budget cuts over the next three years totaling £144 million. To address this, the Council plans to reimagine how it provides services by: 1) Establishing clear priorities and ambitions focused on residents' well-being; 2) Creating a unified "Norfolk public service" through partnerships; and 3) Becoming a more strategic, nimble organization. The goals are to deliver higher quality services through prevention and community support while reducing costs. Key challenges include high rates of residential care usage and waste disposal. The Council will pursue efficiencies, technology-enabled services, revenue growth, and empowering communities to address budget shortfalls.
This Presentation is one of a series where we look at the innovative work of how through working together, housing associations and social landlords can make a difference in the employment prospects of their residents and have an influence on policy.
Webinar: How to Future Proof Your CTRS scheme for Universal CreditPolicy in Practice
Despite greater flexibility to raise income, councils still have to make savings and ensure their budgets are spent as efficiently as possible.
In many councils the spotlight is on Council Tax to raise income and the Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) to make savings.
Council Tax Schemes have been locally designed since April 2013. While many still reflect the nationally administered Council Tax Benefit, we're starting to see greater innovation locally.
The driver of this innovation is the backdrop of the cumulative impact of past and future welfare reforms, the introduction of Universal Credit and ever tighter budgets.
CTRS schemes are intended to keep the most vulnerable citizens safe from poverty. Knowing who those people are is a huge challenge.
We've modelled options for future CTRS schemes in detail for various councils. The impact assessments are used to make informed policy decisions by officers and members.
View this webinar to learn how:
1. We accurately model the cost of CTRS schemes today
2. We accurately model the cost of CTRS schemes in the future, including under Universal Credit
3. We accurately model, compare and evaluate CTRS options under consideration
4. We provide evidenced based recommendations on which CTRS scheme best supports the strategy e. g. best fit for anti-poverty strategy while operating within financial constraints
5. What CTRS schemes we have created for North Hertfordshire, Leeds City and Newcastle City Councils
This Presentation is one of a series where we look at the innovative work of how through working together, housing associations and social landlords can make a difference in the employment prospects of their residents and have an influence on policy.
Webinar: How to Future Proof Your CTRS scheme for Universal CreditPolicy in Practice
Despite greater flexibility to raise income, councils still have to make savings and ensure their budgets are spent as efficiently as possible.
In many councils the spotlight is on Council Tax to raise income and the Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) to make savings.
Council Tax Schemes have been locally designed since April 2013. While many still reflect the nationally administered Council Tax Benefit, we're starting to see greater innovation locally.
The driver of this innovation is the backdrop of the cumulative impact of past and future welfare reforms, the introduction of Universal Credit and ever tighter budgets.
CTRS schemes are intended to keep the most vulnerable citizens safe from poverty. Knowing who those people are is a huge challenge.
We've modelled options for future CTRS schemes in detail for various councils. The impact assessments are used to make informed policy decisions by officers and members.
View this webinar to learn how:
1. We accurately model the cost of CTRS schemes today
2. We accurately model the cost of CTRS schemes in the future, including under Universal Credit
3. We accurately model, compare and evaluate CTRS options under consideration
4. We provide evidenced based recommendations on which CTRS scheme best supports the strategy e. g. best fit for anti-poverty strategy while operating within financial constraints
5. What CTRS schemes we have created for North Hertfordshire, Leeds City and Newcastle City Councils
In this State of the Borough, we share an:
• Introduction setting the scene
• Overview of the challenges the borough faces, the progress we’ve made and
delivery we’re planning next
The appendix outlines
• Evidence that underpins work on each of the pillars for Towards a Better Newham
• Case studies of what we have done as a council to tackle the challenges
• Stories from residents who have benefited from these activities
• Commitments we have made on what we will deliver going forwards
Presentation at the Thriving VCF Leadership Group Event on 1 May 2014. The event focussed on the first workstream of the Integrated Commissioning work programme of the Health and Wellbeing Board. For more information, see https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/caresupport/health/health-wellbeing-board/integration.html.
In this State of the Borough, we share an:
Introduction setting the scene
Overview of the challenges the borough faces, the progress we’ve made and delivery we’re planning next
The appendix outlines
Evidence that underpins work on each of the pillars for Towards a Better Newham
Case studies of what we have done as a council to tackle the challenges
Stories from residents who have benefited from these activities
Commitments we have made on what we will deliver going forwards
Rob Whiteman, LG Group - challenges under the coalition governmentSocitm
Presentation on challenges facing local authorities under the Coalition Government presented to annual conference of public sector IT management organisation, Socitm, on 11 October 2010
Webinar | Wed 25 Jan 2017. Listen back to hear how Policy in Practice models the impacts of different Council Tax Reduction schemes on individual households, taking future reforms into account.
Featuring guest speaker Steve Hill, LB Tower Hamlets.
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Brighton Fuse Freelancer Research: The Resultswired_sussex
Full presentation from the launch of the Brighton Fuse Freelancer Research Results. Held at the Sallis Benney Theatre in Brighton on Monday 26th January 2015.
Introduction from Phil Jones (Wired Sussex)
Presentation by Dr Jonathan Sapsed (University of Brighton, Brighton Fuse)
Full report can be downloaded from www.brightonfuse.com
Presentation on the importance of professional development for public sector IT professionals and what Socitm is doing to promote and support this. Presented to the annual conference of the public sector IT management organisation, Socitm, on 11 October 2010
A strong workforce is one that is inclusive and provides opportunities for all residents seeking employment and opportunities for growth. Learn from colleagues that have developed promising workforce development programs tailored to their communities that tap into local and regional assets to target a diverse group of individuals.
-Joe Barker, Executive Director, Southwest Tennessee Development District, Jackson, TN
-Judge Steve Henry, Webster County, KY, and Secretary, Green River Area Development District, Owensboro, KY
-Terry Treadaway, Director of Workforce Development, Three Rivers Planning and Development District, Pontotoc, MS
-Moderator: Matt McCauley, CEO, Networks Northwest, Traverse City, MI
Write up of the first of two hustings on the London Mayoral campaign. Homelessness; Housing; Digital Disadvantage; Hate Crime; Disenfranchising Young People; and questions around levels of support from the New Mayor and the London Assembly were up for discussion. The parties were represented by Baroness Liz Barker (Liberal Democrat Party), Caroline Russell (Green Party), Sam Malik (Conservative Party) and Fiona Twycross (Labour Party), with Francis Sealey from Globalnet 21 as Chair.
In this State of the Borough, we share an:
• Introduction setting the scene
• Overview of the challenges the borough faces, the progress we’ve made and
delivery we’re planning next
The appendix outlines
• Evidence that underpins work on each of the pillars for Towards a Better Newham
• Case studies of what we have done as a council to tackle the challenges
• Stories from residents who have benefited from these activities
• Commitments we have made on what we will deliver going forwards
Presentation at the Thriving VCF Leadership Group Event on 1 May 2014. The event focussed on the first workstream of the Integrated Commissioning work programme of the Health and Wellbeing Board. For more information, see https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/caresupport/health/health-wellbeing-board/integration.html.
In this State of the Borough, we share an:
Introduction setting the scene
Overview of the challenges the borough faces, the progress we’ve made and delivery we’re planning next
The appendix outlines
Evidence that underpins work on each of the pillars for Towards a Better Newham
Case studies of what we have done as a council to tackle the challenges
Stories from residents who have benefited from these activities
Commitments we have made on what we will deliver going forwards
Rob Whiteman, LG Group - challenges under the coalition governmentSocitm
Presentation on challenges facing local authorities under the Coalition Government presented to annual conference of public sector IT management organisation, Socitm, on 11 October 2010
Webinar | Wed 25 Jan 2017. Listen back to hear how Policy in Practice models the impacts of different Council Tax Reduction schemes on individual households, taking future reforms into account.
Featuring guest speaker Steve Hill, LB Tower Hamlets.
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Brighton Fuse Freelancer Research: The Resultswired_sussex
Full presentation from the launch of the Brighton Fuse Freelancer Research Results. Held at the Sallis Benney Theatre in Brighton on Monday 26th January 2015.
Introduction from Phil Jones (Wired Sussex)
Presentation by Dr Jonathan Sapsed (University of Brighton, Brighton Fuse)
Full report can be downloaded from www.brightonfuse.com
Presentation on the importance of professional development for public sector IT professionals and what Socitm is doing to promote and support this. Presented to the annual conference of the public sector IT management organisation, Socitm, on 11 October 2010
A strong workforce is one that is inclusive and provides opportunities for all residents seeking employment and opportunities for growth. Learn from colleagues that have developed promising workforce development programs tailored to their communities that tap into local and regional assets to target a diverse group of individuals.
-Joe Barker, Executive Director, Southwest Tennessee Development District, Jackson, TN
-Judge Steve Henry, Webster County, KY, and Secretary, Green River Area Development District, Owensboro, KY
-Terry Treadaway, Director of Workforce Development, Three Rivers Planning and Development District, Pontotoc, MS
-Moderator: Matt McCauley, CEO, Networks Northwest, Traverse City, MI
Write up of the first of two hustings on the London Mayoral campaign. Homelessness; Housing; Digital Disadvantage; Hate Crime; Disenfranchising Young People; and questions around levels of support from the New Mayor and the London Assembly were up for discussion. The parties were represented by Baroness Liz Barker (Liberal Democrat Party), Caroline Russell (Green Party), Sam Malik (Conservative Party) and Fiona Twycross (Labour Party), with Francis Sealey from Globalnet 21 as Chair.
Re-imagining 2 & 3 - Early Help and Family Focus.CANorfolk
Early Help and Family Focus presentation from re-imagining years 2 & 3 VCSE engagement event. The focus of this session is on re-imagining Norfolk years two and three. Re-imagining Norfolk is Norfolk County Council’s medium strategy to radically change the way it runs services for Norfolk people.
Re-imagining Services Years Two and ThreeCANorfolk
Re-imagining years 2 & 3 presentation from the Re-imagining Services Years Two and Three VCSE engagement event. The focus of this session is on re-imagining Norfolk years two and three. Re-imagining Norfolk is Norfolk County Council’s medium strategy to radically change the way it runs services for Norfolk people.
Over 40 delegates attended Norfolk County Council’s annual Business Ratepayers Consultation event on Wednesday 13 January 2016, at Holiday Inn, Ipswich Road, Norwich. Norfolk Chamber delivered the event in partnership with the County Council.
Piloting Social Impact Bonds in Homelessness ServicesFEANTSA
Presentation given by Tim Gray during the "New forms of finance for homelessness services: threat or opportunity?" seminar at the FEANTSA 2014 Policy Conference, "Confronting homelessness in the EU: Seeking out the next generation of best practices", 24-25 October 2014, Bergamo (Italy)
Presenter: Emma Hanson, Head of Strategic Commissioning, Kent County Council
Event: How arts and cultural activities are supporting co-production and innovation in public services, London, 19 May 2015, part of our Making Connections events series.
Between May 2015 and March 2016, we are running a series of regional events to bring together commissioners, arts and cultural providers, and others interested in increasing levels of cultural commissioning.
The Cultural Commissioning Programme works to help the arts and cultural sector engage in public sector commissioning and to enable public service commissioners to increase their awareness of the potential for arts and cultural organisations to deliver their outcomes. This three year programme, funded by Arts Council England, is being delivered through a partnership between NCVO (lead partner) , NEF and NPC .
www.ncvo.org/CCProg
In this Policy in Practice webinar Deven Ghelani and Louise Murphy were joined by Mark Fowler, Community Solutions Director for London Borough of Barking and Dagenham to talk about designing effective data-led local authorities.
Today's forward thinking local authorities are adopting a data led approach to deliver the highest quality, people-centred services for their residents. By applying smart analysis techniques to their data, councils are developing big ideas for change that are working in their areas.
In the latest of our webinars showcasing how public sector administrative data is being used for good, join us to hear how our guest speakers are using data to transform their organisations intelligently.
Listen back to hear how data analysis has:
- Helped redesign corporate strategy
- Enabled services to be redesigned around residents
- Evidenced service need that's driven decision making
To find out more visit www.policyinpractice.co.uk, email hello@policyinpractice.co.uk or call 0330 088 9242
IntoWork2015 Conference: Targeting Support - Who Will Welfare Reforms Hit Har...Policy in Practice
Targeting Support: Who Will Welfare Reforms Hit Hardest?
Speakers: Deven Ghelani, Policy in Practice, Guy Chaundy, Birmingham City Council
Event: Inclusion's IntoWork2015 Convention, Wed 15 July 2015, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London.
The speakers told attendees how data insights are helping reshape the distribution of scarce support resources for two large councils in England.
By analysing data they are collect the councils have gained valuable knowledge about the cumulative impact of welfare reforms on individual households in their respective areas.
What's more, those councils have also forecasted what the likely impact of future welfare reforms will be.
This means they know which households are most vulnerable to cuts, and which will be better off under Universal Credit.
Crucially, these insights allow them to therefore deliver support campaigns where they're most needed.
Deven Ghelani is the director of Policy in Practice, an organisation founded to ensure that policy works for people on the frontline. He was joined by Guy Chaundy from Birmingham City Council.
The Deal, Alison McKenzie-Folan (Deputy CEO and Digital Transformation Lead, ...mysociety
Wigan are trying something new: a contract between residents and the council as both sides strive for a better borough. Alison shares the lessons and impacts so far.
This presentation was made at mySociety's TICTeC Local conference on 6th November 2018. More information about TICTeC Local can be found here: https://tictec.mysociety.org/local
Disabled Facilities Grant and Other Adaptations: External Review 2018Foundations
Sheila Mackintosh from the University of West England presents some of the key recommendations from the DFG Review at the DFG Champions Roadshows 2018.
Understanding the impact of welfare reforms on households in the South EastPolicy in Practice
With the lower Benefit Cap coming in Autumn 2016 and Universal Credit firmly in its implementation phase, knowing what impact welfare reform policies will have on individual households is more critical than ever.
It’s also important to understand the impact of interventions. Targeting support to those households where it will have the greatest impact is crucial as local authorities continue to find ways to deliver more with less.
This Policy in Practice seminar from Wednesday 28 September 2016 showcased pioneering work being done by two London councils, Croydon and Tower Hamlets. Their work combines pre-emptive analysis with proactive programmes that will reach out to households and offer support, before reforms hit them.
These slides were generated as part of a Festival of Debate event to explore the possibility of developing a movement in Sheffield to test and develop a basic income pilot.
Self-Directed Support - international best practiceCitizen Network
Dr Simon Duffy gave this talk on behalf of Inclusion Ireland and DSA Ireland on the international lessons on self-directed support. The seminar offered a wide range of personal and academic support for progressing self-directed support in Ireland and advocacy groups continue to press Government to open up these options for people and families.
IRRV2015 - Progress on Welfare Reform by Deven GhelaniPolicy in Practice
The IRRV Annual Conference 2015 featured this presentation by Deven Ghelani about Progress on Welfare Reform.
Understanding the impact of cumulative and future welfare reforms on individual residents was at the heart of Deven's talk.
Stark insights from welfare reform impact analysis work done with Leeds City Council and Birmingham City Council were shared.
Deven outlined how specific welfare reforms have different impacts and what these mean to individual residents.
Policy makers in local authorities need to make sure that their policies are appropriate to local needs. Yet, without the insights that councils like Leeds and Birmingham have secured, the risk is that support programmes are blanket and wasteful, not targeted and effective.
Developing and sustaining community based voluntary action CANorfolk
Part of Norfolk's Annual VCSE Conference. By bringing together groups at different stages of development this provided an opportunity to understand the factors involved in successfully developing and sustaining grassroots community-based voluntary action.
Part of the Norfolk Annual VCSE Conference. Are you applying for funding for the first time? This session will help you understand what you need to consider before making an application, where to look for the funding you need and what to expect when you get it.
Demonstrating the impact and value of your vcse organisation CANorfolk
Part of CAN's 2020 Annual VCSE conference. This interactive session is designed to help you understand how you can demonstrate the value of what your organisation does. Led by Jenny Potkins (NCVO) and Paul Webb (MAP & Centre for Youth Impact) this session introduced how you can articulate the difference your organisation makes, and some of the processes and tools you can use to measure that difference.
As part of our Norfolk Annual VCSE Conference, Nikki Luke, Senior Education and Engagement Officer for the East of England, will be delivering a politically neutral session on the opportunities for engaging with and influencing Parliament to ensure the voices of those we support are heard.
Challenging social injustice in adults' social health and care serviceCANorfolk
Belinda Schwehr from the legal advice charity CASCAIDr shares her and CASCAIDr’s perspectives on key issues and developments in relation to adults’ health and social care services.
Developing and Sustaining Volunteering in your organisationCANorfolk
This practical and interactive training session on the key elements of developing and sustaining good volunteer management is aimed at small to medium sized VCSEs. It will provide useful information, tools and resources to support and involve volunteers in your organisation.
Working in partnership to collectively campaign and influence CANorfolk
Our panel of guest speakers share their unique insights on how to work in partnership to collectively campaign and effectively influence.
Judy Dow (Head of Philanthropy, Norfolk Community Foundation)
Stuart Wright (Chair of the Living Wage Foundation’s Advisory Council and Property Director at Aviva)
Mike Barrett (FareShare East Anglia Development Manager) and Phoebe Sabin (FareShare East Anglia Community Coordinator)
Nikki Luke, Senior Education and Engagement Officer for the East of England, delivers a politically neutral session on the opportunities for engaging with and influencing Parliament to ensure the voices of those we support are heard.
Developing & sustaining community based voluntary action CANorfolk
Co-ordinators from North Walsham Good Neighbour Scheme,
Mattishall Volunteer Hub and Great Hockham Good Neighbour Scheme share their experiences of helping and supporting vulnerable residents in their communities. As groups at different stages of development this will provide an opportunity to understand the factors involved in successfully developing and sustaining grassroots community-based voluntary action.
A VCSE Health and Social Care Assembly for Norfolk CANorfolk
Delegates found out how their organisations can work more closely and collaboratively with health and care partners within the emerging Integrated Care System through the new VCSE Assembly. The VCSE Assembly Steering Group spoke about developments over the past year, next steps for the future and how you can get involved.
Direction of Health and Social care in Norfolk CANorfolk
Jon Clemo (Chief Executive, Community Action Norfolk) facilitates a conversation with Melanie Craig (Chief Officer, Norfolk & Waveney Clinical Commissioning Group) and James Bullion (Executive Director, Adult Social Services, Norfolk County Council) on the direction of Health and Social Care in Norfolk based on questions received from the VCSE sector.
Seth Reynolds (Principal Consultant for Systems Change at NPC) and Katie Turner (Deputy Head of Research at the Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR)) share their insights and inspiration on how we can build on the adaptations and innovation shown so far this year, to influence and shape a better future for people and communities in Norfolk.
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Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
Canadian Immigration Tracker March 2024 - Key SlidesAndrew Griffith
Highlights
Permanent Residents decrease along with percentage of TR2PR decline to 52 percent of all Permanent Residents.
March asylum claim data not issued as of May 27 (unusually late). Irregular arrivals remain very small.
Study permit applications experiencing sharp decrease as a result of announced caps over 50 percent compared to February.
Citizenship numbers remain stable.
Slide 3 has the overall numbers and change.
2. Norfolk’s changing picture
There were 618,000 people in Norfolk and
most of them:
• Left school at 16
• Worked in distribution, manufacturing or
agriculture
• Earned £16 a week
• Lived with or near extended family (Two
married parents)
• Had telephone, TV and radio
• Started to run own car
• Had a life expectancy of 72 years - 16%
were 65 or older
40 years ago…
3. Norfolk’s changing picture
There are 870,000 people in Norfolk and most of
them:
• Stay in some form of education or training until 18
• Work for 10 major employers or small businesses
• Earn £438 a week
• Live in different groups (single parents, step
parents, single older people)
• Are connected to the world by technology
• Have one car or more
• Live beyond 80 (but varies across areas) – 23% are
65 or older
Today…
4. Financial context
Since 2010, the Government’s direction of travel
has been “self-sufficiency” for local government.
Over the last five years, we have met the triple
challenge of:
• Funding cuts from government
• Unavoidable spending increases,
particularly on people services
• No increase to council tax to protect the
tax payers’ purse
5. Impact of reductions
•Between 2011 and 2016, the Council will have
made savings of £245m
•Many have been through efficiencies
•The Council has got smaller – a reduction of
one third staff between 2010 and 2014
•Services have been cut – and the third sector
has borne a share of those cuts
6. • We expect our grant from Government to
reduce even more
• Cuts are continuing, having to deliver more
with less
• Cannot continually trim the edges any
further (salami slicing)
• We have to be radical and do things
differently
• There is a small window in which to make
a big change
Looking ahead to 2019
7. Financial prospects
£m
2016-17 42.028
2017-18 43.651
2018-19 24.914
Savings to be identified 110.593
Previously agreed savings 33.875
Total savings to deliver 144.468
• We expect our funding from central
Government to reduce further, so we are
planning on the basis of a shortfall of
£144m, in next 3 years
•Already agreed over
£33m of savings for future
years, but even with these
savings, the shortfall we
have to plan for is
significant:
8. Re-imagining Norfolk
The council’s strategy for change
1. Norfolk’s ambitions and priorities – placing
people at the forefront of our plans, making sure
everything we do improves their opportunities and
wellbeing.
2. A ‘Norfolk public service’ – working with other
partners to provide seamless, targeted services
designed around people’s lives, achieving better
outcomes at less cost
3. Improving the Council’s internal organisation –
more strategic, smaller, able to change swiftly while
saving money
9. System leadership
Devolution
Business rates pooling
Strategic master
planning
Collective leadership
“Getting
in Shape”
–
Children’s
Services
Working in localities
Enabling communities
“Promoting
independe
nce” in
adults
“Customer
Services”
channel
shift
“Business
Strategy”
Where
should we
trade in the
market?
Whole
system
strategy for
waste
Re-imagining NorfolkCommunications
Engagement
Norfolk’s Ambitions
A Norfolk “public service”
Being the organisation
we need to be
This part of Re-Imagining Norfolk is
about our outward facing role for Norfolk
as a place. We need a clear vision for
Norfolk as a place to live work and to do
business. We need to use our influence
and system leadership role to achieve
that vision
Not about structures or about jurisdictions. But
making “virtual” Norfolk public service. Re-
designing to give people greater independence,
shifting the balance towards early help and
intervention
The council will need to be a very
different organisation to lead and
deliver these changes. More strategic
with the right attitudes and skills, able
to change at pace while shedding cost
Single public
estate
DNA / ICT
Reshaping the
organisation &
its capacity
Aligning change
levers (HR,
procurement,
finance, ICT,
L&D, BI, IM)
Raising revenue
Bid Team
Fees and charges
Reducing 25% of
spend
Systematic &
differentiated
approach
‘The grid’
Strong governance
and performance
management
Making the case
Bringing business and
investment to Norfolk
Strong
communications
campaign
Active stakeholder
relations
Ambition
and priorities
Raising aspirations
Population outcomes
for jobs, education,
infrastructure and
vulnerable groups
(4 CMT-led
workshops)
Slide 2
10. Six strategic approaches
• Cutting costs through efficiencies
• Getting better value for money on
what we spend
• Enabling communities and working
locally.
• Helping people earlier
• More online services – serving
people better through technology
• Raising more revenue then trading
and successful bids
11. The need for change
• We’ve been spending more and more
on residential social care, which is
increasingly at odds with what people
want.
• The services of the future need to
promote independence, building on
people’s strengths, and supporting
them to live in their home.
12. Key issues
Higher proportion of older people in residential and
nursing care (65 years +) compared to England
average
Higher proportion of adults in residential and nursing
care (18-64 years) compared to England average
More Looked After Children than other similar areas
More municipal waste sent to landfill, higher than
England average
14. Questions
•What more could be achieved for Norfolk,
through collaboration between third sector and
NCC?
•Future, smarter ways of working?
•How can we support our communities to be
more resilient?
