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My guests on this episode are Ian Russell and Jamie Kukadia from the watercourses team at London Borough of Enfield. We discuss:'Rewilding Enfield' - rewilding urban streets, parks and rivers.Nature-based flood resilience and sustainable drainage versus traditional engineering.Reintroducing beavers to London.The benefits of conservation livestock grazing in parks and green belt.Advice for others who want to take an urban rewilding approach.Learn more about the Enfield beaversLearn more about the conservation grazing projectThis is part 3 of the Urban Rewilding series.Listen to part 1 here: #102: (WILD) Rewilding Urban Parks with Lost Species - Sean McCormack, Ealing Beaver ProjectListen to part 2 here: #105: (WILD) Wilding the City, with Sophie Thompson (LDA Design)- - - https://greenurbanist.org/ Consulting: Book a Discovery Call to discuss your project Free training: Urban Sustainability in 5 Case Studies Course: Urban Sustainability Career Kickstart Subscribe to the Green Urbanist Newsletter The Green Urbanist podcast is hosted by Ross O'Ceallaigh.

It was great to have Ena Xena back on the show, recently back from a winter in Goa and glowing. The last time she was on the programme we talked briefly about her work in ‘Human Design' - a set of energy types that helps us to understand how to show up in the world, and how others relate to us. Similar to the astrological chart, in that energy types are defined according to birth date, time and place (only three months before your actual birth occurs). “Human Design offers a map of your unique genetic design, with detailed information on both conscious and unconscious aspects of yourself.”In this episode, we discussed Ena's forthcoming workshops - one on Human Design and the other about Full Body Orgasms (where you are fully clothed!).These will be taking place on the Union Canal, London, from 23rd February - 1st March and are entirely FREE, funded by the London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Human Design and Workshops03:04 Exploring Human Design Energy Types06:11 Understanding Relationships through Human Design09:01 The Role of Energy in Relationships11:55 Full Body Orgasm Workshop Overview14:50 Navigating Sexual Energy and Confidence17:53 The Importance of Communication in Relationships21:02 Normalising Conversations about Sexuality23:46 Conclusion and Workshop DetailsThousands of people are finally talking about intimacy, desire and pleasure without shame. Join them - subscribe now. Get full access to Sex Advice for Seniors at www.sexadviceforseniors.com/subscribe

In this episode 240 of the podcast I bring you a rundown of when you may be able to recover your costs if you are successful in making a claim or defending a claim in the Employment Tribunal. In this episode of the podcast we cover: What you need to know to avoid having a costs order made against you. When you may be at risk of having to pay the other party's costs. When a costs award may be made What the Employment Tribunal will consider when they are deciding whether to make a costs award. If costs can be awarded against someone who does not have a legal representative. If costs will be awarded against you if you do not have the money to pay. What vexatious, abusive or disruptive conduct is. Why unreasonable conduct in the bringing or defending a claim can lead to you having to pay costs. What the Employment Tribunal will consider when determining if a case has no reasonable prospects of success. The type of costs order that can be made. The amount of costs that you can recover.   Cases covered in this weeks' podcast Hargreaves v Evolve Housing and Support (2024) Clements v Secretary of State for Justice (2021) Legge v Environment Agency [2024] 3 WLUK 616  Vaughan v London Borough of Lewisham and others UKEAT/0533/12     Training for your Team Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams. Please drop me an email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk       Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour Don't forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006 We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE   Zoes Law Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

Greetings Glocal Citizens! I had the pleasure of hosting this conversation late last year and it's now right on time as my guest, Elizabeth Solaru and her team hosted their 2025 Diversity in Luxury Awards (https://diversityinluxury.com/awards/) last week in London. Born and raised between the UK And Nigeria, Elizabeth is an author, international keynote speaker and award-winning entrepreneur. Formerly a scientist and headhunter, she honed her expertise in understanding luxury clients having successfully founded the world-renowned and multi-award-winning atelier Elizabeth's Cake Emporium (https://elizabethscakeemporium.com) and the Luxury Business Emporium. Author of the best-selling book, OPULENCIA (https://elizabethscakeemporium.com/book/), Elizabeth is the co-host of the Luxury Business Podcast (https://luxurybusinessemporium.com/luxury-business-podcast/) and Luxury News Weekly Podcast (https://luxurybusinessemporium.com/luxury-news-weekly/), a humorous and informative news commentary podcast focusing on luxury news and the business of luxury. Creator of the first million-dollar cake NFT, she is considered to be a leading expert in the world of luxury selling. As an international speaker, she has spoken in 30 cities around the world and her latest book, The LUXpreneur: How to start and build a successful luxury brand (https://a.co/d/82fEQhe) extends that global reach changing the narrative on how to build a luxury business by providing an in-depth analysis of luxury entrepreneurship and client psychology. Where to find Elizabeth? www.luxurybusinessemporium.com (https://luxurybusinessemporium.com/about/) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethsCakeEmporium/) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqOSZGvG5unX6e9EXO6VPSw) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/elizabethscakeemporium/) On TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@luxurybusinessguru) What's Elizabeth reading? Clarity (https://jamesclear.com/quotes/clarity-is-freedom-know-what-is-important-to-you-and-it-will-grant-you-the-freedom-to-ignore-everything-else) and books by James Clear Other topics of interest: About Pimlico, London (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pimlico) About Barnet, UK (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_Borough_of_Barnet) Lady Elizabeth Anson (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/23/world/europe/lady-elizabeth-anson-dead.html) Bain's Luxury in Transition Report (https://www.bain.com/insights/luxury-in-transition-securing-future-growth/) NFT 101 (https://nftnow.com/guides/what-is-nft-meaning/) Chanakya School of Craft (https://chanakya.school) Tea at The Dorchester (https://www.dorchestercollection.com/london/the-dorchester/dining/afternoon-tea) Tea at the Ritz (https://www.theritzlondon.com/dine-with-us/afternoon-tea/) About Tea at sketch (https://www.laurashumbleabode.com/laurashumbleabode/blog/review-afternoon-tea-at-sketch-london) Tea at the Shard (https://www.the-shard.com/news-events/events/2022/skyline-afternoon-tea-at-ting/) Tea at the Taj (https://www.taj51buckinghamgate.co.uk/en/dine-central-london/kona-afternoon-tea/) Cedric Grolet at The Berkeley (https://www.the-berkeley.co.uk/restaurants-bars/cedric-grolet-at-the-berkeley/) Special Guest: Elizabeth Solaru.

Explore the pivotal legal challenges and anticipate risk areas that are set to define the UK real estate disputes in 2025, from sustainability mandates to tenant insolvency and landmark legislative changes. The UK real estate sector is poised for significant legal developments in 2025. Ashurst’s specialist real estate disputes lawyers Alison Hardy, Joe Perry-Courtade, and Debbie Eliad unpack the key legal issues, trends, and cases shaping the industry. From the push for net zero to the latest developments in tenant insolvency, this discussion provides insights to help stakeholders navigate an evolving landscape. Episode talking points include: • Net Zero Targets: The growing focus on energy-efficient retrofits and sustainability is driving disputes over stranded assets, demolition vs. retrofitting, and service charges for funding upgrades. • The Building Safety Act: Key rulings like Triathlon Homes are reshaping landlord and developer obligations, with significant appeals expected in 2025. • Service Charge Disputes: Cases such as Brewster House highlight the tension between landlord obligations and tenant liabilities for structural defects. • Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Consultation: Proposed reforms could dramatically alter security of tenure rights in the commercial leasehold market. • Telecoms Code Challenges: Disputes over old agreements, leases, and renewal rights remain contentious, with key clarifications needed. • Tenant Insolvency and Restructuring Plans: The Cineworld case showcases how restructuring plans are impacting landlords and tenants, with valuable lessons for proactive negotiation. List of cases discussed: · Triathlon Homes LLP -v- Stratford Village Development Partnership and others [2024] UKFTT 26 (PC) · Adriatic Land 5 Limited -v- The Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271 (LC) · The London Borough of Tower Hamlets -v- Lessees of Brewster House and Malting House [2024] UKUT 193 (LC) · AP Wireless -v- On Tower UK Limited [2024] UKUT 263 (LC) · Gravesham Borough Council -v- On Tower UK Ltd [2024] UKUT 151 (LC) · UK Commercial Property Finance Holdings Ltd -v- Cine-UK Ltd & Anor [2024] EWHC 2475 (Ch) · Responding to the consultation on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. To listen and subscribe to this podcast, search for ‘Ashurst Legal Outlook’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favourite podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and welcome to another episode of AKADi Magazine's Connecting Communities podcast, produced by Kamo.   My name is Abena Sewaa, the editor of AKADi Magazine, and you were just listening to Stephen Barnabis, founder and operational manager of Project Zero, an organisation based in Waltham Forest, London, that engages young people in positive activities to promote social inclusion, reduce antisocial behaviour, and strengthen community cohesion. The interview you're about to hear is a conversation I had with Stephen in March 2024.  Shortly before we published this podcast on 31 December, we learnt that Stephen was awarded an MBE for services to Young People and to the community in the London Borough of Waltham Forest in the New Year's Honours List 2025. This list is published annually at the end of the year.The music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Super Opong Stars and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news.

This episode addresses the question: should embedding creative enterprise models be a fundamental approach to sustaining the future of Socially Engaged Art? Hannah Kemp-Welch & Sophie Hope talk with Kathrin Böhm from Company Drinks, a community space and cultural enterprise based in Barking and Dagenham; and Dan Edelstyn and Hilary Powell from Bank Job and Power Station, based in the London Borough of Walthamstow. All three of them participated in Social Making iteration 5. Company Drinks works as a long term project in which each step of the production, distribution, and planning operates as a public space. They have produced drinks from handpicked ingredients for ten years now, and use social enterprise models as part of their arts practice. Power Station grew out of a previous project called Bank Job that took over a high street bank and attempted to create an equitable local economy. Power Station works towards making a street in Waltham Forest into a collective power station, with long term plans to create a borough wide, communally owned solar power company. Note: Social Making iteration 5 took place on October 10 and 11, with support from the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.

On the latest edition of the Concilio Better Places Podcast, Account Director Siddo Dwyer sat down with the Leader of Southwark Council, Cllr Kieron Williams.  The interview focussed on the Southwark Council's recently published Securing the Future of Council Housing report. Over 100 councils formed an unprecedented coalition to identify five practical solutions for a fairer funding deal and reforms to kick-start the construction of new homes. This surrounds an ongoing debate about plans to retrofit council properties and measures to bring their stock up to decent standard. We also discuss his journey as Leader of the Council, tackling the housing crisis, and the planning policies shaping Southwark today. To hear this compelling discussion with Cllr Williams you can listen here!

It's a powerful episode this week as we talk about housing and in particular what can be done to accelerate construction of the vital homes that are needed to support our society across the UK.Now the need for housing – in particular affordable housing - has become one of THE most pressing social issues of our time. The current New Homes in New Ways project being hosted at the Building Centre in London makes that point abundantly clear – too many people are still living in temporary or substandard accommodation and it's something that, for a developed nation like the UK, is simply unacceptable.Yet despite widespread acknowledgment of the problem, progress towards change has been slow, and systemic barriers continue to stall meaningful solutions. The Government's new target of building 1.5 million new homes in the next five years is ambitious and welcome, but it still raises fundamental questions about feasibility, funding, and strategic planning.So what to do? My guest today is Jez Sweetland, founder of the Housing Festival think-tank and a passionate advocate for changing the way we deliver housing in the UK. As he pointed out very powerfully in his opening address to the launch of the New Homes in New Ways, the fact that one in nine children is homeless in the London Borough of Newham is something that should cause us an industry and as a society to bow our heads with shame.Because building affordable homes is doable – YES it requires financial resources and land and YES, it needs innovative thinking, new materials, new techniques and effective collaboration across the huge number of stakeholders that make housing possible. But all of this is available and possible – so why is it so difficult - let's hear more. ResourcesHousing FestivalBuilding Centre New Homes in New Ways ExhibitionJez Sweetland Launch Speech for New Homes in New WaysPlaybook - Social Rent Housing at Pace - The MMC PlaybookHope Rise – Innovation In PracticeRegister Interest for Summit On Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th February we will host a two-day summit, bringing together local authorities, housing commissioners and the MMC housing supply ecosystem, to mobilise the delivery of social rent homes on small sites. Tickets available soon! 

Our Special Guest this week is Rachel Danemann MRTPI CIHCM AssocRICS, Planning Manager (Midlands & South West) Home Builders Federation. Latest News Update on planning related matters. Decision of the Court of Appeal dated 16th October 2024 in R (oao Save Stonehenge World) v Secretary of State for Transport [2024] EWHC 1227 (Admin), dismissing the appeal on grounds 1 to 5, allowing the appeal against refusal of permission on ground 6 but dismissing the claim itself. Decision of an inspector dated 30th October 2024 allowing Appeal A and dismissing Appeal B by Finebeam Ltd against the decisions of the Council of the London Borough of Newham to refuse applications for the demolition of 3 storey buildings & planning permission for 74 and 72 dwellings at Abbey House, Bakers Row, Stratford giving rise to issues on design, daylight & sunlight, heritage impacts on Abbey Gardens, a SAM, AH & HLS. Decision of an inspector dated 30th October 2024 dismissing an appeal by Gladman Developments Ltd Associated against the decision of the Cherwell District Council to refuse an outline application for up to 60 dwellings on land at Tadmarton Road, Bloxham, an unallocated site in the countryside– in large part a former quarry-in the context of issues on flood risk, noise, odour and water infrastructure. Charlie Banner KC review proposes roadmap to speed up delivery of national infrastructure: ⁠https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/independent-review-into-legal-challenges-against-nationally-significant-infrastructure-projects/independent-review-into-legal-challenges-against-nationally-significant-infrastructure-projects⁠ Visit our Website: hwgpnfy.com #HWGPNFY

Productivity in public services has never been more important. Most services are struggling to return to pre-pandemic performance levels, and the new Labour government have indicated that spending will remain tight. Improvements in performance will likely come from frontline workers finding new, innovative ways of delivering services. So what can be done to improve productivity? By highlighting outstanding examples of innovation across public services, Productivity Pitches, a series of events hosted by the IfG, aims to share and support ways to improve performance levels. This event was the fourth in the series and focused on local government. Each speaker had 10 minutes to present their innovation, followed by 10 minutes of audience questions. The chair and a guest from the Productivity Institute – who are kindly supporting this event series – then brought together the common themes from the pitches and discussed the lessons for improving productivity. The speakers for this edition of Productivity Pitches were: Gill Wilson and Tim Pearse, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, on joining up previously disparate datasets across the local authority to better understand the needs of their residents and forecast demand for their services. This allows them to support residents at an earlier stage and making the best use of scarce council resources. Vicky Schofield and Cheryl Whitehouse, Wakefield Council children's services, on the council providing residential care and improving outcomes for care leavers. With the cost of commissioning children's residential care with private providers increasing rapidly, Wakefield decided to operate and run its own children's homes, with more stable staffing and fewer restrictions than traditional children's homes. As a result, the cost of providing care has dropped dramatically and children have far better outcomes. Cllr Bridget Smith, South Cambridgeshire Council, on the outcomes of shifting to a four-day working week. The Covid-19 pandemic led to the council changing the way that it worked, making better use of technology, flexible and home working. As a result, council employees now complete 100% of their work in 80% of the time. An independent evaluation of the reforms found that the council was performing better on 22 of 24 metrics, including a large drop in turnover and reduced use of expensive agency staff. The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Andy Westwood, Professor of Public Policy, Government and Business at The University of Manchester joined the discussion of common themes. Follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @IfGEvents or on Bluesky @instituteforgov.bsky.social, and join the conversation using #ProductivityPitches Productivity Pitches is kindly supported by The Productivity Institute.

Jeannette talks to Julia Simpson, the president and CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). Julia shares her unique journey to her current role, highlighting her extensive experience in both government and the corporate sector, including her time as an advisor to former Prime Minister Tony Blair. They also talk about the importance of understanding the interplay between government and business, especially in the volatile travel and tourism industry. Julia discusses the WTTC's significant impact on the global economy, representing one in ten jobs worldwide, and emphasises the need for a unified voice for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the sector. Together with Finn Partners, WTTC is launching in October a community for the global SME market called Together in Travel. As the voice of the global travel private sector WTTC wants to make sure the voice of the SME is heard loud and clear. This will be a dynamic and free-to-subscribe community with lots of useful content and will focus on empowering these businesses by facilitating meaningful connections, providing valuable insights, and offering tailored learning programs to help them thrive in a competitive market. Together in Travel Pre-registration form: https://form.typeform.com/to/eVF3u89X KEY TAKEAWAYS Resilience is crucial in both government and corporate sectors, as leaders often face numerous challenges and setbacks. Embracing failures and learning from them can lead to stronger leadership. Understanding the dynamics between government and the private sector is essential for effective advocacy in travel and tourism. Leaders must navigate the differing timeframes and priorities of both sectors to create meaningful partnerships. The travel and tourism industry must leverage data and AI to enhance operations and customer experiences. Leaders should take ownership of AI initiatives to drive innovation and efficiency within their organisations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are vital to the travel and tourism sector, representing 80% of the industry. Initiatives like "Together in Travel" aim to amplify their voices and provide resources for growth and resilience. As the travel and tourism sector grows, it is essential to prioritise sustainability and responsible growth. Leaders should advocate for practices that protect the environment and support local communities, ensuring a positive impact on society. BEST MOMENTS "You have to make your luck, you have to push a lot of doors, but then suddenly one will flip open and it's not always the one you're expecting." "I think one of my expertise is, if you like, is dealing with crisis... you never quite know how you're going to deal with crisis until you're in it for the first time." "Travel and tourism represents one in 10 jobs that are created on this planet... we're also one of the biggest employers of women." "It's really important that the big boys and girls really support that, and it's also where a lot of the young innovations are coming from."   This is the perfect time to get focused on what YOU want to really achieve in your business, career, and life. It's never too late to be BRAVE and BOLD and unlock your inner BRILLIANT. Visit our new website https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ - there you'll find a library of FREE resources and downloadable guides and e-books to help you along your journey. If you'd like to jump on a free mentoring session just DM Jeannette at info@brave-bold-brilliant.com. VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970    ABOUT THE GUEST Julia Simpson is President and CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council.  She spent 14 years in the aviation sector on the Board of British Airways and Iberia and as Chief of Staff at International Airlines Group. Before joining British Airways, Julia was senior adviser to the UK Prime Minister. She has held a number of key positions in the UK government and public sector, including Director at the Home Office and Department for Education and Employment; Assistant Chief Executive at the London Borough of Camden; and head of communications at the Communication Workers Union. Julia is currently on the Board of the London Chamber of Commerce. Julia believes in the power of travel to transform lives, grow economies, and protect the planet and its people. ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down-to-earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. CONTACT THE HOST Jeannette's linktree - https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeannette.linfoot Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers, and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big' international businesses to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start-ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true' to yourself is the order of the day.Travel, Bold, Brilliant, business, growth, scale, marketing, investment, investing, entrepreneurship, coach, consultant, mindset, six figures, seven figures, travel, industry, ROI, B2B, inspirational: https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot

 "‘The moment has come': pro-building Labour YIMBYs are set to raise the roof" was the title of a piece in the Observer ahead of the Labour Party Conference (link below). For many of the most ambitious of the new cohort of Labour MPs, this is the fashionable campaign of the moment, not for economic growth but as a social justice movement – and one that many of the new millennials entering parliament hope to stake their careers on. Inside Labour it is not a left-right divide, but some of its champions are prepared for it to mean internal party conflict between those who are radicalised on the housing crisis, and more nervous colleagues in rural or suburban seats won for the first time by Labour who might be tempted to retreat into nimbyism on local issues as a way of trying to keep their seats. The point about first time Labour MPs retreating into NIMBYism is interesting in the context of the proposed changes to the standard method that is currently being consulted upon, but it was the point about YIMBYism not being a left-right divide inside Labour that Sam Stafford found most interesting because of a piece in the New Statesman back in April called ‘Not all YIMBYs are your friends - the pro-housing coalition is less united than it seems' (link also below). As it so happens, Sam approached the people quoted in the New Statesmen piece about recording a chat about the politics of housing and met four of them recently to do just that. The four are John Myers, co-founder of the YIMBY Alliance; Robert Colville, columnist and Director of the Centre for Policy Studies; Jonn Elledge, journalist, author and fan of local government reorganisation; and Aydin Dikerdem, Cabinet Member for housing on the London Borough of Wandsworth. They were going to talk about whether Kier Starmer's self-declaration as a YIMBY marks the movements arrival into the political mainstream; whether the ends, more housing, is more important than the means; and who should get a say over what goes where and why. Some of that they did, but the remainder of the conversation, as Listeners will hear, goes off in all kinds of directions. Some accompanying reading. ‘The moment has come': pro-building Labour YIMBYs are set to raise the roof https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2024/sep/15/the-moment-has-come-pro-building-labour-yimbys-are-set-to-raise-the-roof Not all YIMBYs are your friends https://www.newstatesman.com/comment/2024/04/no-not-every-yimby-your-mate-housing All hail the ‘MIMBYs': the open-minded voters who might just save Labour's housing plans https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/05/labour-housing-plans-keir-starmer-houses By Sam: YIMBYs and NIMBYs. Is planning becoming a new front in the culture war? https://samuelstafford.blogspot.com/2021/06/yimbys-versus-nimbys-is-planning-new.html By Aydin: The sky pool is a symbol of a greater housing scandal https://www.huckmag.com/article/the-sky-pool-is-a-symbol-of-a-greater-housing-scandal By Robert: The (not so) green belt — and why we should build on it (£) https://www.thetimes.com/article/c7049594-3836-4563-ae4e-caa27eb5409e?shareToken=631cd93bdff30c14ac98a86bd21b483b Some accompanying listening. The In Crowd – Dobie Gray https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOWO--z1S8A 50 Shades T-Shirts! If you have listened to Episode 45 of the 50 Shades of Planning you will have heard Clive Betts say that... 'In the Netherlands planning is seen as part of the solution. In the UK, too often, planning is seen as part of the problem'. Sam said in reply that that would look good on a t-shirt and it does. Further details can be found here: http://samuelstafford.blogspot.com/2021/07/50-shades-of-planning-t-shirts.html Any other business. Sam is on Bluesky (@samuelstafford.bsky.social) and Instagram (@samuel__stafford). He shares bits and pieces of planning-related interest on Instagram (@50shadesofplanning) and LinkedIn so please follow those accounts as well.

I now have funding for anyone unemployed and over the age of 19 living in any London Borough for a 9-week NVQ Level 2 course in Rail Engineering. The course is full-time and leads into work. As part of the funding, delegates will gain Network Rail Competences in Personal Track Safety and Track Induction.Courses start in September 2024 and will run every month – The Training Academy is based in Leyton.I would be grateful if you could pass this on to anyone that may be interested.My work mobile is 07544871163 – email is sarah.brown@railsafegroup.co.uk.Have a blessed day and many thanks.

In this episode, my guest, Hayley Cameron and I talked about how a tragedy could lead you to purpose in life. Meet my guest: Hayley Cameron is an Education Safeguarding Manager at Cognus Limited, London Borough of Sutton Her story: "How I came to work in safeguarding - my why - 10 years old lost an aunt to domestic abuse - she was 26.  She had 2 children and we brought them up as our own - they struggled at school - little understanding of the impact of trauma and undiagnosed need - I went into teaching because I wanted to fix that. Involved in a serious case review in 2013 where a pupil that I worked with was murdered by her parent - impacted on everything and led to what I do today and highlights the need for supervision - safe space to share how you are feeling.  Following this we also developed https://www.childsafeguardingtoolkit.org.uk/ which is a resource free to anyone working in safeguarding." Connect her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-cameron-7159b4102/ https://www.cognus.org.uk/ https://www.childsafeguardingtoolkit.org.uk/   ** Don't forget to leave us a review.

Be Living Motivation GRIPAZEEM, or simply BLM GRIPAZEEM, is an independent artist hailing from South London. The London Borough of Croydon to be exact. BLM GRIPAZEEM is known for his transatlantic ties from America to Africa. That, and a lifestyle that is often associated with polarised experiences. This is exactly the reason his music presents nuances of street/road aesthetics. Known affectionately as Gripz, his retrospective thoughts are of an innovative style of rap that's both inventive and intellectual. BLM GRIPAZEEM is known for painting pictures with his words. He founded Gripping Records, a Spangled subsidiary, as vehicle to release his debut projects ‘Manifest Destiny'. Manifest Destiny is dubbed the title of his first single and Extended Play (EP). The second is 'Applegarth Academy'

On our latest edition of the better places podcast, we have a Haringey special and are joined by the trio of Cllr Ruth Gordon –the Cabinet Member for Housebuilding, Placemaking and Development, David Joyce –the Corporate Director for Housing, Regeneration and Planning and Robbie Erbmann –the Assistant Director for Housing. In an insightful conversation with our Account Director Siddo Dwyer, a compelling discussion drew on the borough being open to investment, its placemaking schemes, council homes programmes, and Haringey being named the London Borough of Culture 2027. Concilio has considerable experience in Haringey, especially around Tottenham Hale, where working with Berkeley Square Developments we have helped to deliver: 315 BtR apartments at Ashley Gardens 108 social rent homes delivered for Haringey Council at Rosa Luxemburg Apartments 123 apartments at Station Square West, operated by Newlon 166 BtR apartments at The Gessne A Premier Inn hotel Alongside this we are currently working on a major residential development in Crouch End

In this episode of the EG Property Podcast, editor Samantha McClary, meets the final two members of this year's Future Leaders cohort - Kitty Eyre, senior project manager at the London Borough of Ealing, and Michael De Los Santos Samson, apprentice surveyor at CBRE - to find out more about how they are feeling as they begin their journey on the intensive programme. Listen in to find out how they both want to push themselves into uncomfortable situations, build deep connections with the industry and make a difference with the powerful talks they will deliver as part of the EG Real Estate Futures event in September. And don't forget to listen to episode one to make sure who know every single one of this year's EG Future Leaders Huge thanks for EG's partners CBRE, Clyde & Co, Knight Frank, Landsec, and Nuveen for supporting the Future Leaders programme.

Our Special Guest this week is Professor Samer Bagaeen BSc MSc MBA PhD MRTPI FRICS, Professor of Planning & Resilient Systems at the University of Kent. Decision of the Supreme Court dated 20 June 2024 in R (Finch) v Surrey County Council [2024] UKSC 20, about the necessary scope of an environmental impact assessment in respect of downstream greenhouse gas and scope 3 emissions. Decision of the Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Local Government & Planning dated 14 June 2024 granting planning permission for a proposed windfarm development by Pennant Walters Ltd judged to be of national significance in accordance with S62D of the TCPA 1990. Issues around harm to historic landscape, impacts on ecology and whether any harm would be outweighed by benefits to CC and energy security. Decision of an inspector dated 11th June 2024 allowing an appeal by North Lambeth Holding BV against the refusal of the London Borough of Lambeth to grant planning permission for a 15-storey building – a tall building-on a largely empty gap site, at 79-87 Westminster Bridge Road, not identified within any development plan as a site suitable for tall buildings. Visit our Website: havewegotplanningnewsforyou.com

How can we harness culture and community power as tools for connection across a borough? Barnet is one of London's largest boroughs, but existing public transport links can make cross-borough connection difficult. Join Sophie Roberts (LFA Senior Programme Manager), Synthia Griffin (Arts and Culture Manager, London Borough of Barnet) and Becky Lyon (Barnet-based Artist and Researcher) to discuss how the council has been harnessing arts and culture initiatives to improve east-west connectivity and build a unified cultural identity. From empowering local creatives with micro grants to fostering consortium working and innovative partnerships, this episode explore's the borough's journey to becoming a cultural hub. To find out more about the London Festival of Architecture in Barnet, head to lfa.london/barnet. You can find out more about Barnet Council here and Becky Lyon's work here. To explore the whole LFA2024 programme, head to lfa.london. This episode was produced and edited by Katya Spiers. You can find a transcript of the conversation below. Download the transcript Timestamps 01:50 Introduction to Synthia and culture in Barnet 05:39 Introduction to Becky and Barnet art scene 07:25 Importance of widening access to arts 09:23 Collaboration with community groups 19:49 Testing ideas in the public realm 31:55 Aspirations and next steps Image: Copthall Pavilion, LFA2024 © Luke O'Donovan Image description: Three children writing on a dark pavilion wall their ideas about the future of the space

Episode 4: Bricks and mortar, hearts and minds: Darren Rodwell is leader of the council in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham in east London. He is also standing as the Labour candidate to become MP for Barking in the 4 July general election – and is this week's guest on the Home Truths podcast. Born in Barking and brought up in Dagenham, Rodwell's declared aim has been to deliver 50,000 homes in his borough by 2037 through partnerships with developers. He is credited with achieving the largest number of social or affordable housing starts in any London borough. In today's interview, which is released just days after the date for the snap election was announced, Rodwell explains how the council has increased housing supply via Be First, its urban regeneration arm, and Reside, which provides rental homes at 50% to 80% of market rates. He also talks to Jackie Sadek and Peter Bill about how growing up on the Becontree Estate shaped his politics, how his model for working with the private sector helps to de-risk the construction of new homes and his nine-point proposal for housebuilding in Britain. Episodes of Home Truths will be available every Tuesday. Introduced and edited by Chloe McCulloch, editorial director for Building and Housing Today. Audio production by Tariq Aziz. Home Truths is a Building Talks series produced for Building and Housing Today.  Subscribe for news and analysis at www.building.co.uk & www.housingtoday.co.uk LinkedIn: Building Magazine & Housing Today X (formerly Twitter): @BuildingNews & @housing_today Email: newsdesk@assemblemediagroup.co.uk 

Much has changed in England's capital during the last decade. Breweries have come and gone as have countless beer styles, too. But in 2024, Hammerton Brewery - based moments from Caledonian Road & Barnsbury railway station in the London Borough of Islington - proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary. The business, founded by Lee Hammerton and his girlfriend - now wife - Karina has produced a wealth of beers during those 10 years, picking up a raft of awards along the way. And brewing is something that runs in the blood for the Hammerton's, with Lee being a distant relative of the family that founded the original Hammerton Brewery, a substantial site situated at the bottom of Lingham Street in Stockwell, and one acquired by Charles Hammerton in the late 19th century. While the modern Hammerton produces a number of decorated dark beers, that original brewery was also known for being the first in the UK, and probably Europe, to use oysters as part of the process of brewing stout in 1938. In this podcast episode, which is also available to watch on our YouTube channel we chart the last decade through some of the brewery's most important beers. From N7 IPA and Panama Extra Pale Ale to the alcohol-free Zed and from nitro stout Tint to City of Cake, which just picked up Gold in the Cask competition at the recent SIBA Independent Beer Awards 2024, we discuss how these beers have shaped the first 10 years of one of London's finest breweries.

What would it mean if we had local authorities and councils that saw their mission as building relationships with the communities they serve? This week we talk with Nick Kimber, the Director of Strategy and Design at the London Borough of Camden. He has helped create a council that builds relationships with the community it serves in everything that it does, from child protection to garbage collection.He shares with us how he came to believe in the power of relationships in local authorities, and what it means for councils to serve a mission of place making. For all those people who used to laugh at Yes Minister, this episode is a powerful salve, sharing how public servants can be powerful change makers and be a source for generating ordinary hope.This episode is the first in our 2024 UK special, sponsored by the Civic Power Fund and the UCL Policy Lab. They bring together extraordinary ideas and everyday experience to understand how we can change the world. To find out more about the amazing work undertaken by the London Borough of Camden, check out this speech by Camden Councillor Georgia, Leader of the Council and Chair of London Councils. For more about ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.orgOn Facebook, Instagram, Threads - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/On X/Twitter - @changemakers99 or @amandatattsOn LInkedIn - Amanda.Tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode we are joined by Stuart King. Stuart founded BeeZee Bodies 17 years ago whilst working in public health. A hugely successful service it supports people all over England. At Public Health England he was senior scientist in the obesity and healthy weight team and he still works closely with Public Health producing and hosting The Real World Behavioural Science podcast with the Public Health & Behavioural Science Network. We look deeper into an ethnographic video Stuart developed on behalf of the London Borough of Hounslow. The video walks you through a day in the life of Veena a mum so you can see the influencers and patterns that are we are being exposed to every day. Shining a spotlight on the importance of the wider determinants of health. Three key aha moments On a short walk Veena was exposed to fast food advertising 27 times. This is important because when running a healthy weight messaging you need to remember what else people are seeing. Dogs motivate because they are external triggers - they will nudge you into movement. Do you know what other external triggers your audience may have that you can draw attention to? Does is the environment your audience is exposed to bombard them with negative triggers? Such as the 'food' options in local shops and are these triggers the norm? If so recognise and celebrate the resilience it takes to overcome them. Links Veena - A Day in the Life - Real World of Behavioural Science podcast Books The Spirit Level by Kate Pickett and Richard Wilkinson Loonshots by Safi Bahcall Rebel Ideas by Matthew Syed Japanese Art Of Kaizan Linchpin by Seth Godin

Jackie Kennedy is Learning and Development Lead at London Borough of Camden, where work contexts range from libraries and schools to waste management and social care. How do you develop managers in these diverse contexts, with a public sector budget? In this week's episode of The Mind Tools L&D Podcast, Jackie joins Ross Garner and Owen Ferguson to discuss:   The unique challenges faced by local government   How to develop a management development programme without providing any ‘teaching'   The role of digital in Camden's L&D strategy. To read more about how London Borough of Camden leverage the Mind Tools on-demand content library, see our case study. In ‘What I Learned This Week', Ross discussed his article for People Management, written with Gemma Towersey and our automated companion The L&D Dispatch GPT: ‘What we learned from seven years running an L&D podcast'. Jackie discussed ‘eating the frog'. For more from us, including access to our back catalogue of podcasts, visit mindtools.com/business. There, you'll also find details of our award-winning performance support toolkit, our off-the-shelf e-learning, and our custom work. Or you can email rgarner@mindtools.com Connect with our speakers    If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with our speakers: ·       Ross Garner ·       Owen Ferguson ·       Jackie Kennedy

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We kick off our new Club Development Consultancy podcast with a fascinating interview with Andy MacRae, General Secretary of Bealonians FC who are currently petitioning Redbridge Council to keep their club at Oakfields Playing Fields. Bealonians FC have been in the London Borough of Redbridge since 1936 and are the largest grassroots football club in the borough. At the request of Redbridge council, Bealonians FC have been caretakers of Oakfields Playing Fields since 2020. Looking after it in the absence of a lease, they have invested in its maintenance and provided a vital lifeline to the community. The club have since learned that the council is planning on granting the lease to Premier League club West Ham United, which would leave Bealonians FC and its 29 youth teams (including two girls teams) and ten adult men's teams, without a place big enough in the borough to relocate to. The club claims that if they were to lose the site, it would have a dramatic impact on the health and wellbeing of the community - counter intuitive to a number of priorities stated in Redbridge Council strategy. It would also mean the potential privatisation of what is currently a public green space enjoyed by thousands in the community.

Tell us what you like or dislike about this episode!! Be honest, we don't bite!In this episode, we sit down with Harvey Armstrong, a well-known personality from the hit reality TV show, Made in Chelsea. Harvey takes us through his journey, from his humble childhood to studying Business Accounting and Finance at University, to his successful career at PWC, and ultimately to his venture into the world of reality TV and entrepreneurship. Harvey shares valuable insights into the impact of his education, the importance of mental health, his experiences on the show, and his perspectives on success and mentorship. Who Harvey Armstrong: Harvey Armstrong is a well-known personality, particularly recognised for his appearances on the popular reality TV show, "Made In Chelsea." The show is an eye-opening reality series that follows the lives and loves of the socially elite 20-somethings who live in some the London Borough of Chelsea. Prior to his television appearances, Harvey studied Business Accounting and Finance at Newcastle University, setting him up for a successful career in the corporate world. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC), a renowned multinational professional services network, where he honed his skills in finance and business.Harvey's journey took an exciting turn when in 2019 he ventured into the entrepreneurial world, making a mark in the beer industry. Harvey is now the CEO and co-founder of Prime Time Lager, a craft beer brand which launched the world's first caffeine-infused low-calorie lager.In this podcast episode, we delve deeper into Harvey's life, exploring his background, his experiences on and off the screen, his values, and the lessons he has learned throughout his diverse journey. Key takeaways:  Diverse Pathways to Success: Harvey's journey showcases that success can be achieved through various routes, from corporate finance to reality TV and entrepreneurship. Prioritising Mental Health: Harvey's emphasis on mental health highlights the significance of taking care of your well-being, even in demanding and high-profile industries. Balancing Brand Image: Managing a public image and brand, as seen through Harvey's experiences on social media, requires careful consideration and authenticity. The Impact of Mentorship: Harvey's acknowledgment of the influence of mentors underscores the importance of guidance and supp—Thanks for watching!SUBSCRIBE NOW FOR MORE TIPS—WebsiteInstagramTik TokFacebookTwitterLinkedIn—LISTEN TO THE PODCAST!SpotifyApple—Who Is Matt Haycox? - Click for BADASS TrailerAs an entrepreneur, investor, funding expert and mentor who has been building and growing businesses for both myself and my clients for more than 20 years, my fundamental principles are suitable for all industries and businesses of all stages and size.I'm constantly involved in funding and advising multiple business ventures and successful entrepreneurs.My goal is to help YOU achieve YOUR financial success! I know how to spot and nurture great business opportunities and as someone who has ‘been there and got the t-shirt' many times, overall strategies and advice are honest, tangible and grounded in reality.

Denise is Operations Consultant & Founder of ‘Coming to St Lucia'. Having lived her entire life in the UK, she set her intention, planned her transition, and now enjoying a new life in St Lucia! Having spent years in various sectors including retail and Welfare to work, she spent 4 years as Deputy Chief Executive for King's College London Student Union. For the last 6 years, I've worked for a small-medium size family business in the UK. Now self-employed, she works remotely for the same company doing everything from strategy to operations, HR to business development and anything in between. From 2016 to 2020, she was a very vocal and active a Trustee and Chair of the HR committee for an intergenerational charity, Magic Me in one of London's most under privileged boroughs. Bringing together young & elderly people through arts. During the same period was a Community Panel Member with London Borough of Croydon youth offending service supporting young people to make better choices. Planning, organizing, and making things happen are the things that make her happy and the reason for starting ‘Coming to St Lucia'; to help others plan and work towards their new life and navigate all the scary twists and turns that come with such a monumental move. She says, ‘it's not easy, but it really is achievable.' To follow Denise's journey or to seek information about visiting St.Lucia, follow Denise on Instagram @comingtoslu. _ Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback. The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in receiving more relevant mental health information, visit www.aspirecounselingwell.com and subscribe to our newsletter to join our community. You can also follow us on Instagram at our new account, @blackexpatexperience and on Twitter at @blackexpatlives, and lastly, the show is now available on the following podcast platforms: Apple, Google, and Spotify. Please subscribe, like, share, and rate the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackexpatexperience/message

Colin Robertson is an independent advisor to two LGPS funds – London Borough of Tower Hamlets and London Borough of Harrow, within a portfolio career that he has had since 2013. He previously held the role of Global Head of Asset Allocation for Aon Hewitt and previously at Mercury Asset Management. He has extensive experience in working with a wide range of institutional clients.  In this podcast we go on a journey from Scotland to the University of California – Berkeley around the end of the Flower Power era. It was there that Colin studied for a year and focused on Game Theory, a subject that he likens to risk management. Colin describes the evolution of his investment beliefs and how they have evolved to incorporate more behavioural aspects.  We cycle through the various roles that Colin has had, in which he spent time working on both equity and fixed income investments before becoming a Chief Investment Officer. He subsequently decided to focus on economics and asset allocation, holding major global positions. After retiring from full time employment, he has taken on independent advisory work amongst other roles. We examine what it takes to be an independent advisor and the level of challenge that is appropriate.   Returning to the topic of behavioural science, we examine what it is that makes people lose some of their over-confidence and arrogance in the investment arena over time. Colin discusses how the role of interpreting the mass of data we have out there is more important than ever and reflects on the satisfaction he has enjoyed from being able to innovate throughout his career.  This podcast is part of a special collaboration with Crispin Derby Limited. 

Colin Robertson is an independent advisor to two LGPS funds – London Borough of Tower Hamlets and London Borough of Harrow, within a portfolio career that he has had since 2013. He previously held the role of Global Head of Asset Allocation for Aon Hewitt and previously at Mercury Asset Management. He has extensive experience in working with a wide range of institutional clients.  In this podcast we go on a journey from Scotland to the University of California – Berkeley around the end of the Flower Power era. It was there that Colin studied for a year and focused on Game Theory, a subject that he likens to risk management. Colin describes the evolution of his investment beliefs and how they have evolved to incorporate more behavioural aspects.  We cycle through the various roles that Colin has had, in which he spent time working on both equity and fixed income investments before becoming a Chief Investment Officer. He subsequently decided to focus on economics and asset allocation, holding major global positions. After retiring from full time employment, he has taken on independent advisory work amongst other roles. We examine what it takes to be an independent advisor and the level of challenge that is appropriate.   Returning to the topic of behavioural science, we examine what it is that makes people lose some of their over-confidence and arrogance in the investment arena over time. Colin discusses how the role of interpreting the mass of data we have out there is more important than ever and reflects on the satisfaction he has enjoyed from being able to innovate throughout his career.  This podcast is part of a special collaboration with Crispin Derby Limited.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE DANCE FOR LIFE, 11min., UK Directed by Ian George Sciacaluga A community comes together to express the many affectations of living with cancer and to herald the science that will one day find a cure. http://www.sciacaluga.com/ Get to know the filmmaker: I've been wanting to get involved in community film projects for a while but I hadn't found something worth contributing to, until this Cancer Research project came along. And it's all thanks to the funding from the London Borough of Sutton. This was a film production that embraced all humankind, at a time when we were all breaking out of the isolation invoked by the COVID pandemic. Strangely, the subject matter, came second to my thoughts when undertaking this film, although only because of the sensitivity in handling a topic as affecting as cancer. You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming services and APPS). There is a DAILY film festival to watch, plus a selection of award winning films on the platform. Then it's only $3.99 per month. Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod

In this episode of Procurement Reimagined, host Daniel is joined by Gary Salterpicco, Procurement Lead at John Lewis Partnership, the holding company for John Lewis department stores and Waitrose. Gary shares his insights on topical issues within the procurement space, including conversations in procurement, rebranding procurement internally at organisations, and the role of internal audit in procurement. Gary is a Chartered Procurement Professional and a Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, with over 35 years in leadership roles at organisations like the Milton Keynes Council, London Borough of Brent, and currently at John Lewis Partnership. He is a skilled professional with experience managing Procurement Teams and Systems Teams in both Private and Public Sector Organisations. Episode Resources: Gary Salterpicco on LinkedIn John Lewis Partnership Website Procurement Reimagined Podcast Daniel Barnes on LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, then please either:Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Check out Procurement Reimagined Podcast Book a call with a Vendor and Contract Management Expert - https://www.gatekeeperhq.com/book-gk-demo-step-1 GATEKEEPER'S GUIDE TO VENDOR LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT Actionable checklists, tips, and best practices. Download the ebook now for FREE: https://www.gatekeeperhq.com/free-vendor-management-ebook Would you or someone you know be a great fit for the podcast? Please fill out the Procurement Reimagined Guest Questionnaire Procurement Reimagined Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so Previous guests include Sarah Kaye of Spin, Hannah MacDonald of Monzo Bank, Dave Jones MCIPS of Procmentum Limited, Andra Fola of Solutionary Minds, Natalia Pilipchak of Mobile Tele Systems, Rees Thomas of Graze, Nadia Stoykov of Tesca Group, Canda Rozier of Collabra Consulting, Elouise Epstein of Kearney, and Matthew Booth of PM Group. Check out our five most downloaded episodes: Reimagining Procurement by Filling Implementation Gaps with Nadia Stoykov, Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer at Tesca Group Reimagining Procurement in an Economic Downturn with Andra Fola, Co-Founder of Solutionary Minds Aligning Cost Control and Cost Cutting to Drive Value with Sarah Kaye, Vice President of Procurement at Spin Reimagining Procurement as the Hidden Treasure for Business Growth with Natalia Pilipchak, Transformation and Excellence Director at Mobile Tele Systems A Playbook for Digitalising Procurement with Rees Thomas, Head of Procurement at Graze

Recap: Gemma Scott is the recycling manager for London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames council. We find out how glass is recycled in the borough.

Make sure you like, subscribe, and share Cleaning Up. We're growing fast on LinkedIn, and we'd love for you tell your professional network about us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cleaning-up-with-michael-liebreich/You can find everything you need to keep up with Cleaning Up here: https://linktr.ee/mlcleaningupLinks and Related Episodes Watch Episode 104 with Yanis Varoufakis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLbm8fg08hcYou can read Michael's piece The Secret of Eternal Growth from 2018 here: https://ifreetrade.org/?/article/the_secret_of_eternal_growth_the_physics_behind_pro_growth_environmentalismJon wrote about the reality of 40C heatwaves coming to UK cities in 2022: https://www.bigissue.com/opinion/heatwaves-are-now-reality-we-must-transform-our-cities-green-infrastructure/Jon called to nationalise the UK's energy system in Big Issue in 2021: https://www.bigissue.com/opinion/power-for-the-people-its-time-to-renationalise-the-uk-energy-system/You can read Jon's piece on Sadiq Khan in Architects' Journal  here: https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/opinion/londons-mayor-talks-the-talk-on-climate-pity-he-doesnt-walk-the-walkMichael cites the book Into the Cool:  Energy Flow, Thermodynamics, and Life. Read more about it here: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/I/bo3533936.htmlJon cites the work of Carly Ziter at Concordia University: https://www.carlyziter.com/Guest BioJon Burke is Climate Change and Decarbonisation Lead at Gloucester City Council. From 2014 to 2020, Jon was Councillor for the London Borough of Hackney, where he was Cabinet Member for Energy, Sustainability, Transport and Public Realm. In the role, he oversaw the largest urban tree planting campaign in the UK, the roll-out of low-traffic neighbourhoods, and established the borough's first publicly-owned energy company in a century. From 2012-2016, he was Senior Policy Advisory to the London Assembly's Labour Group.Jon holds a degree in Civil Engineering from Liverpool John Moores University and an MA in Political Economy from the University of Manchester. He is a Chartered Environmentalist, and sits on the advisory board of Climate Emergency UK.

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In this episode, we visit the London Borough of Hackney to find out about the possibilities for a circular economy in the UK's capital city.We'll hear from the borough's mayor, Philip Glanville, about how the area is looking beyond waste and recycling in transitioning to a circular economy.We'll also meet Charlotte Thorpe from social enterprise Library of Things to find out more about the initiative and why it's proving popular in London.Let us know what you'd like to hear about in future episodes

Better use of data is key to more effective government. Across government, teams are doing fascinating work with data. But those projects don't get the attention they deserve. Data Bites aims to change that. This event was the 41st in our series, where the speakers presented their work in an exciting, quickfire format. Each speaker had eight minutes, followed by eight minutes of questions from the audience. This months speakers were: Sandrine Balley, Geographic Information Lead at the London Borough of Hackney, on how Hackney developed a webmap template to open up spatial data (and how you can use it too) Kathleen Caper, Head of Data Maturity and Governance at the Central Digital and Data Office, on Data Maturity Assessment for Government - more than a tool for the data function Dan Jeffery, Chief Information Security Officer and Deputy Chief Information Officer at NHS Blood and Transplant, on how NHSBT secure the supply of Blood, Organs, and Tissues services to the NHS from cyber threats Clara Clark Nevola, Group Manager (Technology) at the Information Commissioner's Office, on Privacy Enhancing Technologies, how they relate to data protection requirements and how they can be used in practice The event was chaired by Gavin Freeguard, Associate at the Institute for Government.

How can relationships transform us, and our world? The final episode of the series explores how artists are actively collaborating with communities to change their daily realities, and how they are engaging collective dreaming and challenging their own ways of connecting to others. ___ Featuring Rory Pilgrim, Richard Sennett, Sumayya Vally, Amal Khalaf (Civic Curator, Serpentine), and music, performances and contributions from collaborators on Rory Pilgrim's concert work, RAFTS Live. These collaborators include Hugh Prior, Carina Murray, Liam O'Connell, Mark Jones, Emily Butterfly Khoury, Catherina Rowland, Rome Martin-Whilby, Declan Rowe John, and Kayden Fearon. ___ You can read more about REWORLDING and access a full transcript of this episode here. ____ Subscribe now to never miss an episode of Serpentine Podcast. Rate and review to share your responses to REWORLDING with us. ___ Credits Serpentine Podcast: REWORLDING is presented by Gaylene Gould. The series was produced by Katie Callin, with production support from Nada Smiljanic at Reduced Listening, and curated by Serpentine's Editorial team, Hanna Girma and Fiona Glen. Thanks to all members of Serpentine's Programmes, Communications and Audiences teams for their direction and contribution. Special thanks to Serpentine's leadership team Bettina Korek, Hans Ulrich Obrist and Yesomi Umolu. The theme music for REWORLDING was conceived and produced by KMRU, and the visual identity is by the unloved. Jesse Lawson is Executive Producer at Reduced Listening, and Arlie Adlington is the sound mixer. Our thanks go to all guests, contributors and advisors on REWORLDING. ___ RAFTS Live Credits RAFTS: Live at Cadogan Hall is a project by Rory Pilgrim, created in partnership with Green Shoes Arts, Barking and Dagenham Youth Dance, Project Well Being (Interfaith Sanctuary, Boise, Idaho) and the London Contemporary Orchestra. Civic Curators: Amal Khalaf, Elizabeth Graham and Layla Gatens Executive Producer: Holly Shuttleworth Production Manager: Andy Downie  RAFTS Collaborators heard on the podcast: Hugh Prior, Carina Murray, Liam O'Connell, Mark Jones, Emily Butterfly Khoury, Catherina Rowland, Rome Martin-Whilby, Declan Rowe John, Kayden Fearon. ___ Music Tomorrow's Gentle Rain Sung by Declan Rowe John  Song by Rory Pilgrim and Declan Rowe John Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ Rafts of My Mind Sung by Robyn Haddon Song by Catherina Rowland Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ Flowers Sung by Kayden Fearon Song by Rory Pilgrim and Kayden Fearon Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ Rodeo Music  Sung by Declan Rowe John  Song by Rory Pilgrim  Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ The Towel Sung by: Declan Rowe John Song by Rory Pilgrim, Declan Rowe John, Robyn Haddon Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ An Amazing Purse Sung by Robyn Haddon Song by Rory Pilgrim and Robyn Haddon Arranged by Rory Pilgrim  ___ Concert Musicians Harp and Piano: Rory Pilgrim  Conductor: Jack Sheen  London Contemporary Orchestra Players:  Flute: Clare Bennett Clarinet: Alastair Penman Horn: Anna Drysdale  Violin 1: Sophie Mather Violin 2: Blaize Henry  Viola: Freya Hicks Cello: Sergio Serra  Drums and percussion: Kai Akinde-Hummel Choir: Marged Siôn, Ben Francis, Rick Leigh, Todd Harris, Dan Lewis, Karoline Gable, Kate Marlais, Levi Heaton, Sophie Galpin, Seraphina D'Arby ___ RAFTS Partners: Green Shoes Arts Barking Dagenham Youth Dance London Contemporary Orchestra  Interfaith Homeless Shelter, Project Well Being  RAFTS was commissioned by Serpentine Civic for Radio Ballads, in partnership with New Town Culture, a Cultural Impact Award-winning project, part of London Borough of Culture, a Mayor of London initiative.

Anything that's worth it takes time. "My children now as you say, young adults, they've had more than enough of that, with me telling to them, just be patient. For all the progress that we make, the younger generation, whether it be millennials or anything else, they want stuff today." - Rob Neil OBE (Want to read a full written for reading transcript version of this episode? Download it here.) Who is Rob Neil? Rob was born and raised in the London Borough of Brent and began his career in 1983 at Willesden County Court for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). During his time there, he advanced to Deputy Court Manager before joining the South Eastern I.T. Team. In 1998, he acquired his dream job with MoJ's Corporate HR as a Development Trainer. During his two years of study at the Civil Service College, he earned a Certificate in Training Practice (CTP) and is now a member of CIPD. In 2001, Rob was one of the first people to join the Ministry of Justice's BAME Staff network, referred to as P.R.O.U.D. He then went on to become the first elected Chair of the CSREN (now known as the Civil Service Race Forum) that same year. The Civil Service Race Forum was established then. Rob Neil's legacy in civil service Rob developed his career in the civil service at the MoJ in HR and became a founding member of the Employee Engagement Team. He was in charge of creating the Engagement Champions Network in the year 2008. He was also responsible for the growth of the Employee Engagement Champions across the MoJ, eventually reaching 1000 people in Courts, Tribunals and Legal Aid Agency. He's worked with other Government departments to help them set up their own EECs, including HMRC, DWP, and MoD. In the summer of 2015, Rob was responsible for steering the Diversity & Inclusion Department at the Ministry of Justice. He was instrumental in achieving essential goals, such as the implementation of the Civil Service Talent Action Plan [T.A.P.] and re-negotiating arrangements with all of the Department's Diversity Staff Networks. In April of 2016 Rob was noted as one of the 50 influential figures of BAME (Black Asian Minority Ethnic) background in the public sector, as part of the 'New View 50' You can see the list here. About Krystal Alliance The Krystal Alliance™ team consists of incredibly talented and devoted members who strive to collaborate with committed entities that desire to promote equity in the workplace, encourage and motivate others. The individuals of Krystal Alliance are all specialists in their field, whether devising plans to foster transformation in culture, running interactive sessions to promote inclusive leadership, or imagining ways to build a stronger sense of community. So how did Rob come to get involved with creating this powerhouse team? You'll need to listen to find out! What are you waiting for? Click play, and immerse yourself in another fascinating conversation with another wonderful guest on the Everyday Leadership podcast.   Key leadership learning moments (timestamps)   0:00 - Intro 03:55 - The importance of offering our best 08:47 - Career in policing 16:44 - The power of working alongside others 21:28 - What's good for one... 25:53 - Letting go of the civil service 33:11 - What is 'cultural intelligence'? 37:32 - Linking with people who want to be more inclusive  42:33 - Becoming a granddad  46:55 - Rob's Definition of Leadership Rob's links: LinkedIn Krystal Alliance   Follow the podcast   If you've just stumbled across this podcast episode by chance, please do click here to follow it so you never miss a future episode. If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the below links. Connect with Me Website Instagram  LinkedIn  Twitter  Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk I am always keen to hear your thoughts and connect with the community of listeners. If you have any comments, feedback or thoughts, please drop me an email at https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything  

Anything that's worth it takes time. "My children now as you say, young adults, they've had more than enough of that, with me telling to them, just be patient. For all the progress that we make, the younger generation, whether it be millennials or anything else, they want stuff today." - Rob Neil OBE (Want to read a full written for reading transcript version of this episode? Download it here.) Who is Rob Neil? Rob was born and raised in the London Borough of Brent and began his career in 1983 at Willesden County Court for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). During his time there, he advanced to Deputy Court Manager before joining the South Eastern I.T. Team. In 1998, he acquired his dream job with MoJ's Corporate HR as a Development Trainer. During his two years of study at the Civil Service College, he earned a Certificate in Training Practice (CTP) and is now a member of CIPD. In 2001, Rob was one of the first people to join the Ministry of Justice's BAME Staff network, referred to as P.R.O.U.D. He then went on to become the first elected Chair of the CSREN (now known as the Civil Service Race Forum) that same year. The Civil Service Race Forum was established then. Rob Neil's legacy in civil service Rob developed his career in the civil service at the MoJ in HR and became a founding member of the Employee Engagement Team. He was in charge of creating the Engagement Champions Network in the year 2008. He was also responsible for the growth of the Employee Engagement Champions across the MoJ, eventually reaching 1000 people in Courts, Tribunals and Legal Aid Agency. He's worked with other Government departments to help them set up their own EECs, including HMRC, DWP, and MoD. In the summer of 2015, Rob was responsible for steering the Diversity & Inclusion Department at the Ministry of Justice. He was instrumental in achieving essential goals, such as the implementation of the Civil Service Talent Action Plan [T.A.P.] and re-negotiating arrangements with all of the Department's Diversity Staff Networks. In April of 2016 Rob was noted as one of the 50 influential figures of BAME (Black Asian Minority Ethnic) background in the public sector, as part of the 'New View 50' You can see the list here. About Krystal Alliance The Krystal Alliance™ team consists of incredibly talented and devoted members who strive to collaborate with committed entities that desire to promote equity in the workplace, encourage and motivate others. The individuals of Krystal Alliance are all specialists in their field, whether devising plans to foster transformation in culture, running interactive sessions to promote inclusive leadership, or imagining ways to build a stronger sense of community. So how did Rob come to get involved with creating this powerhouse team? You'll need to listen to find out! What are you waiting for? Click play, and immerse yourself in another fascinating conversation with another wonderful guest on the Everyday Leadership podcast.   Key leadership learning moments (timestamps)   0:00 - Intro 03:55 - The importance of offering our best 08:47 - Career in policing 16:44 - The power of working alongside others 21:28 - What's good for one... 25:53 - Letting go of the civil service 33:11 - What is 'cultural intelligence'? 37:32 - Linking with people who want to be more inclusive  42:33 - Becoming a granddad  46:55 - Rob's Definition of Leadership Rob's links: LinkedIn Krystal Alliance   Follow the podcast   If you've just stumbled across this podcast episode by chance, please do click here to follow it so you never miss a future episode. If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the below links. Connect with Me Website Instagram  LinkedIn  Twitter  Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk I am always keen to hear your thoughts and connect with the community of listeners. If you have any comments, feedback or thoughts, please drop me an email at https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything  

Anything that's worth it takes time. "My children now as you say, young adults, they've had more than enough of that, with me telling to them, just be patient. For all the progress that we make, the younger generation, whether it be millennials or anything else, they want stuff today." - Rob Neil OBE (Want to read a full written for reading transcript version of this episode? Download it here.) Who is Rob Neil? Rob was born and raised in the London Borough of Brent and began his career in 1983 at Willesden County Court for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). During his time there, he advanced to Deputy Court Manager before joining the South Eastern I.T. Team. In 1998, he acquired his dream job with MoJ's Corporate HR as a Development Trainer. During his two years of study at the Civil Service College, he earned a Certificate in Training Practice (CTP) and is now a member of CIPD. In 2001, Rob was one of the first people to join the Ministry of Justice's BAME Staff network, referred to as P.R.O.U.D. He then went on to become the first elected Chair of the CSREN (now known as the Civil Service Race Forum) that same year. The Civil Service Race Forum was established then. Rob Neil's legacy in civil service Rob developed his career in the civil service at the MoJ in HR and became a founding member of the Employee Engagement Team. He was in charge of creating the Engagement Champions Network in the year 2008. He was also responsible for the growth of the Employee Engagement Champions across the MoJ, eventually reaching 1000 people in Courts, Tribunals and Legal Aid Agency. He's worked with other Government departments to help them set up their own EECs, including HMRC, DWP, and MoD. In the summer of2015, Rob was responsible for steering the Diversity & Inclusion Department at the Ministry of Justice. He was instrumental in achieving essential goals, such as the implementation of the Civil Service Talent Action Plan [T.A.P.] and re-negotiating arrangements with all of the Department's Diversity Staff Networks. In April of2016 Rob was noted as one of the 50 influential figures of BAME (Black Asian Minority Ethnic) background in the public sector, as part of the 'New View 50' You can see the list here. About Krystal Alliance The Krystal Alliance team consists of incredibly talented and devoted members who strive to collaborate with committed entities that desire to promote equity in the workplace, encourage and motivate others. The individuals of Krystal Alliance are all specialists in their field, whether devising plans to foster transformation in culture, running interactive sessions to promote inclusive leadership, or imagining ways to build a stronger sense of community. So how did Rob come to get involved with creating this powerhouse team? You'll need to listen to find out! What are you waiting for? Click play, and immerse yourself in another fascinating conversation with another wonderful guest on the Everyday Leadership podcast. Key leadership learning moments (timestamps) 0:00 - Intro 03:55 - The importance of offering our best 08:47 - Career in policing 16:44 - The power of working alongside others 21:28 - What's good for one... 25:53 - Letting go of the civil service 33:11 - What is 'cultural intelligence'? 37:32 - Linking with people who want to be more inclusive 42:33 - Becoming a granddad 46:55 - Rob's Definition of Leadership Rob's links: LinkedIn Krystal Alliance Follow the podcast If you've just stumbled across this podcast episode by chance, please do click here to follow it so you never miss a future episode. If you want to learn more about this podcast, and myself, Sope Agbelusi, you can do so using any of the below links. Connect with Me Website Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Email: hello@mindsetshift.co.uk I am always keen to hear your thoughts and connect with the community of listeners. If you have any comments, feedback or thoughts, please drop me an email at https://mindsetshift.co.uk/#ask-me-anything

Sabba Khan is a born and bred East Londoner. Originally trained as an architect at Central Saint Martins and The University of Westminster, Sabba frames her minimal architectural comics through the lived experience of her working class, second generation immigrant upbringing. Sabba's debut graphic novel ‘The Roles We Play' has won the Jhalak Prize '22, and Broken Frontier's Break Out Talent '22. Nominations include the Ignatz prize, RSL's Ondaatje Prize, and AOI's World Illustrations Awards, as well as being nominated for best books of 2021 in the Guardian. Collaborators for Khan's comics work include The British Council, SOAS, NHS, London Borough of Newham, JCWI and The British Library. The Roles We Play is available in the US under the title ‘What is Home, Mum?'.  On this episode, we had a really insightful conversation on graphic novels as a form of literature, identity, belonging, Kashmiri experiences and unpacked notions of space, belonging and identity. I loved speaking to Sabba, and hope you find much to take away from our conversation.You can buy The Roles We Play here:https://uk.bookshop.org/a/5890/9781912408306Support the show

Nathan grew up in the London Borough of Lewisham. As a child, he developed an interest in public transportation. This led him to start the YouTube channel NetworkNathan. He is currently a student at the University of Leeds where he is pursuing a BA in Geography with Transport Studies.

On September 20th, 2014, dog walker Barbara Denham entered the walled graveyard of St. Margaret of Antioch church in Barking, London. She saw a young man sitting up against the cemetery wall amidst the ruins of the old abbey. As Ms. Denham approached, the young man never reacted or indicated that he heard her or the collie. Hesitantly, she walked over and found that twenty-one-year-old Daniel Whitworth was dead. Ms. Denham immediately phoned the police saying, “I was the same woman that found the other body a few weeks ago. I found another young boy.”Join Jen and Cam as they talk about how the murderous and lascivious behavior of Stephen Port would go unchecked by authorities. The investigation has been described as "One of the most widespread institutional failures in modern history" In fact, had it not been for the sisters of his last victim, Jack Taylor, he would have likely continued killing.Thanks to the OTCP teamListener Discretion by Edward @OctoberpodVHS. You can find him on all your podcast apps or at https://www.youtube.com/c/octoberpodhomevideoProducer and theme music by Nico Vettesewetalkofdreams.comResearched and written by Rett MacPhersonSources:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3282343/Moment-chef-accused-poisoning-killing-four-gay-men-met-online-appeared-television-alongside-Celebrity-Masterchef-contestants.html?fbclid=IwAR1gy9eEZJSr0MO-gPbH_MedUtt18Vjz8Xnh3WZoT-88jdNeRlNXvQMTZTohttps://thetalentzone.co.uk/musictv/16206/food-ingredients-at-west-ham-bus-garage-proved-a-test-for-the-contestants-on-celebrity-masterchef-2014/?fbclid=IwAR04xLHQ0ZN3h6wWu8H-p93byzavFjJevkznNj2eW0cj6PN5fhbBfMjYsXEhttps://diamondgeezer.blogspot.com/2014/06/west-ham-bus-garage.html?fbclid=IwAR0ekTEgZJlOsdlsmVfChe4rG7BmFxFaAqrvycmu2YuFGP7SaIfh-VjwysYhttps://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/gb/london/EGLC/date/2014-6-19https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3937820/Family-Stephen-Port-s-final-victim-slam-police-blunders.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMPAKrwHmSghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkohABWOrREhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Porthttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-61909143https://news.sky.com/story/stephen-port-families-of-men-murdered-by-grindr-killer-demand-met-police-put-things-right-12639418https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/port-stephen.htmhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jun/23/stephen-port-watchdog-to-reinvestigate-met-police-inquiryhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/dec/10/mets-failings-contributed-to-deaths-of-stephen-ports-victims-inquest-findshttps://www.pinknews.co.uk/2022/01/03/stephen-port-grindr-killer-murder-four-lives/https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/17208784/gabriel-kovari-murder-victim/https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-60130456https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/stephen-ports-creepy-obsession-neighbours-25860793https://www.newspapers.com/image/851533817/?terms=Gabriel%20Kovari&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/712967867/?terms=Gabriel%20Kovari&match=2https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_chem_info/ghb.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma-Hydroxybutyric_acid#:~:text=Gamma%2Dhydroxybutyric%20acid%20(or%20%CE%B3,glycine%20in%20certain%20brain%20areas.https://www.google.com/maps/place/London+Borough+of+Barking+and+Dagenham,+UK/@51.5286924,0.0463652,12z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x47d8a5b25e18c691:0x41185c626be67d0!8m2!3d51.5540666!4d0.134017https://inews.co.uk/news/gabriel-kovari-killed-stephen-port-met-police-failings-murder-1344628https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-59062956https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Cooke+St.https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-59062956https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2022/01/04/stephen-port-victims-anthony-walgate-daniel-whitworth-gabriel-kovhttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-61157271ari-jack-taylor/https://www.newspapers.com/image/711751310/?terms=Gabriel%20Kovari&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/716666463/?article=3204f382-f0ae-491e-ae6c-ad62dff0814ehttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/anthony-walgate-daniel-whitworth-port-gabriel-kovari-police-b1973667.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2017/jan/03/stephen-port-victims-landlord-i-felt-i-hit-a-brick-wall-with-the-policehttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-61157271

Based on five years of archival research, Britain's Informal Empire in Spain, 1830-1950: Free Trade, Protectionism and Military Power offers a radical reinterpretation of Britain and Spain's relationship during the growth, apogee and decline of the British Empire. It shows that from the early nineteenth century Britain turned Spain into an ‘informal' colony, using its economic and military dominance to achieve its strategic and economic ends. Britain's free trade campaign, which aimed to tear down the legal barriers to its explosive trade and investment expansion, undermined Spain's attempts to achieve industrial take-off, demonstrating that the relationship between the two countries was imperial in nature, and not simply one of unequal national power. Exploring five key moments of crisis in their relations, from the First Carlist War in the 1830s to the Second World War, the author analyses Britain's use of military force in achieving its goals, and the consequences that this had for economic and political policy-making in Spain. Ultimately, the Anglo-Spanish relationship was an early example of the interaction between industrial power and colonies, formal and informal, that characterised the post-World War Two period. An insightful read for anyone researching the British Empire and its colonies, this book offers an innovative perspective by closely examining the volatile relationship between two European powers. Dr Nick Sharman is a Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. His subject is the economic and political relationship between Britain and Spain in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He has had a career in business and local and regional government and is currently a Councillor in the London Borough of Hackney, where he chairs the Audit Committee. Nick has a PhD from the University of Nottingham, an honours degree in economics and politics from Trinity College, Dublin, an MPhil in town planning from University College London, an MBA from Henley Management College and an MA in history from Royal Holloway University of London. He has written widely on strategic and regeneration issues in local and regional Government and, more recently, on the history of the Anglo-Spanish relationship. His book, Britain's Informal Empire in Spain, 1830-1950: Free Trade, Protectionism and Military Power, was published by Palgrave Macmillan in late 2021. Luka Haeberle is an enthusiastic student of Latin American and economic history. His main areas of interest are political economy, labor history and political theory. You can find him on Twitter: @ChepoteLuka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Based on five years of archival research, Britain's Informal Empire in Spain, 1830-1950: Free Trade, Protectionism and Military Power offers a radical reinterpretation of Britain and Spain's relationship during the growth, apogee and decline of the British Empire. It shows that from the early nineteenth century Britain turned Spain into an ‘informal' colony, using its economic and military dominance to achieve its strategic and economic ends. Britain's free trade campaign, which aimed to tear down the legal barriers to its explosive trade and investment expansion, undermined Spain's attempts to achieve industrial take-off, demonstrating that the relationship between the two countries was imperial in nature, and not simply one of unequal national power. Exploring five key moments of crisis in their relations, from the First Carlist War in the 1830s to the Second World War, the author analyses Britain's use of military force in achieving its goals, and the consequences that this had for economic and political policy-making in Spain. Ultimately, the Anglo-Spanish relationship was an early example of the interaction between industrial power and colonies, formal and informal, that characterised the post-World War Two period. An insightful read for anyone researching the British Empire and its colonies, this book offers an innovative perspective by closely examining the volatile relationship between two European powers. Dr Nick Sharman is a Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. His subject is the economic and political relationship between Britain and Spain in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He has had a career in business and local and regional government and is currently a Councillor in the London Borough of Hackney, where he chairs the Audit Committee. Nick has a PhD from the University of Nottingham, an honours degree in economics and politics from Trinity College, Dublin, an MPhil in town planning from University College London, an MBA from Henley Management College and an MA in history from Royal Holloway University of London. He has written widely on strategic and regeneration issues in local and regional Government and, more recently, on the history of the Anglo-Spanish relationship. His book, Britain's Informal Empire in Spain, 1830-1950: Free Trade, Protectionism and Military Power, was published by Palgrave Macmillan in late 2021. Luka Haeberle is an enthusiastic student of Latin American and economic history. His main areas of interest are political economy, labor history and political theory. You can find him on Twitter: @ChepoteLuka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Jon Yates is Executive Director of the Youth Endowment Fund, a £200 million charitable fund focused on integrating young people into society. After graduating from the University of Oxford, he started his career as a community worker in the London Borough of Newham, before joining McKinsey and Company, where he advised charities, companies and government on strategy and organisational development. He has co-founded a series of charities and initiatives including The Challenge and More in Common aimed at improving life chances and understanding. These programmes now reach 1 in 6 Britons in their lifetime.· www.youthendowmentfund.org.uk · www.creativeprocess.info · www.oneplanetpodcast.org

“I think humans really need to feel valued and loved. The question is where do you get your value from? And I try to get my value from–faith plays a big part of my life, but not everyone has that way of thinking about the world, so I'm not going to major on that, but that's only part of it, the sense that I believe there's a God who thinks I'm of worth, but it's more than that. I believe that my closest friends and my family think I'm of worth. That's it. That will do. And if 100 or 1,000 people think I'm an idiot, that's a bit annoying, but it's not totally the end of the world. And they're not going to think about it after a week because they're going to have other things to think about. And so I think that's probably made me more comfortable in saying that if I do stand up and it's a disaster, it doesn't matter that much. If I start a charity and it fails, and I have started things that fell apart, it's not the end of the world.”Jon Yates is Executive Director of the Youth Endowment Fund, a £200 million charitable fund focused on integrating young people into society. After graduating from the University of Oxford, he started his career as a community worker in the London Borough of Newham, before joining McKinsey and Company, where he advised charities, companies and government on strategy and organisational development. He has co-founded a series of charities and initiatives including The Challenge and More in Common aimed at improving life chances and understanding. These programmes now reach 1 in 6 Britons in their lifetime.· www.youthendowmentfund.org.uk · www.creativeprocess.info · www.oneplanetpodcast.org