Representing the UK's Core Cities, we are a united voice calling for greater devolution.
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🏙️ 🏙️ Our places are global cities. They have always been places of welcome and sanctuary where racism is never tolerated. Leaders have come together to send a clear message that Core Cities will always be places of diversity and tolerance, where there is no place for hate. 👊
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#fridayread time, here's a list of England's urban areas in 1600 from Ian Mortimer's excellent Time Travellers Guide to Elizabethan England. Many of our places were small towns at the time and wouldn't become big players until the Industrial Revolution 200 yrs later!
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#Fridayread and we put this out this week, a statement on Net Zero in cities. Great progress from councils, but still a lot to do and barriers still remain. Nations can pledge on climate, but it is cities that deliver. corecities.com/news-insights…
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#Fridayread time and we're going back in time for this one. To celebrate Government's commitment to tourism levies, here's our 2019 Cultural Cities Enquiry which was one of the first publications to recommend them! It's great when a plan comes together! corecities.com/sites/default…
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Our message to Chancellor ahead of Weds - #corecities have been the bright sparks of the UK economy over the last two decades. If you want growth, cities are where it's at! Detail now available on our website.
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Proud to support @Localis latest excellent report on local investment with our friends @CIPFA Ride the Wave looks at how we manage investment risk at a local level. Read the guest blog on our website: corecities.com/news-insights…
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🚨🗞️🚨 News alert|| 📕💶 Today we publish "Ride the wave – balancing investment risk and opportunity to guide urban renewal" - with help from research partners @CIPFA & @corecities 👏👏 Read all about it! Link below 👇
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We haven't done a #fridayread for a while, but this is an absolutely cracking report on how we get Britain Building in our urban areas from our friends @KeyCities
Key Cities launches 'Turbocharging Housebuilding in Cities and Urban Areas' report.
It reveals viability as the biggest barrier to urban areas, with recommendations to help deliver homes that meet the community's needs.
Full report: keycities.uk/2025/09/23/turb…
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Today we have witnessed a vile attack on our Jewish community on its holiest day.
We condemn whoever is responsible and will do everything within our power to keep people safe.
We stand with GM’s Jewish community at this time and will work through the day to support them. 🙏🏻
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We are all horrified by the abhorrent attack on a Manchester Synagogue this morning. Our thoughts are with those who have died, were injured and everyone affected.
We are working to support our residents and Manchester stands with our Jewish community at this darkest of moments
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We had a great time @LGAcomms annual conference in the great Core City of Liverpool. Thanks so much to everyone involved in making it happen. Great to see so many friends and colleagues, all with a passion for the potential of the local state. @liamrobinson24
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No #fridayread this week but a #fridaylisten - it's our CEO chair @katejosephs talking about her career and the challenges and complexities of great cities like #sheffield. Definitely worth an hour of your time! @Solace_UK
🎧 What does it take to lead through crisis, change, and complexity - and still stay grounded? Listen now on #LocalGovernmentStories 👇
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🎙️ Kate Josephs (@katejosephs), Chief Executive, Sheffield City Council (@SheffCouncil)
From Doncaster roots to Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council (@SheffCouncil) - Kate's journey has come full circle.
In our latest episode, we speak with a public service leader whose career has spanned HM Treasury (@hmtreasury), the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit, the Department of Education (@educationgovuk) and the Obama White House.
Kate later became Director General of the COVID Taskforce, helping to shape the UK's pandemic response at the highest level.
Now, she leads as Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council - bringing her national and international experience back to the communities that shaped her values.
Kate's Recognition and Service:
🤝 Chair of the Core Cities Chief Executives Group Core Cities UK (@corecities)
🤝 Trustee of the Resolution Foundation (@resfoundation).
🎖️ Awarded a CB in the Queen's Honours for services to the public
This episode is a candid, timely conversation about leadership, resilience, and the power of purpose, from global policymaking to local delivery.
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🎧 About Local Government Stories
Join Nazeya Hussain, Solace Board member and EDI lead, as she uncovers the stories, drive, and passion that have shaped some of the most esteemed Chief Executives in Local Government. Delve into in-depth interviews that explore their experiences, best practices, and inspirational tales, perfect for those intrigued by the challenges of the CEO role and the profound impact of councils on communities.
👍 Enjoying the podcast? We want to hear from YOU!
💬 This week, we're diving into a thought provoking leadership question "What most shapes a great leader", and you insights could spark meaningful conversations.
📶 Participate in the poll on Spotify and share your perspective:
bit.ly/4k41hT3
And, why not share your thoughts on social and tag us to get the conversations flowing. Thank you for joining in - your engagement helps us grow and improve the podcast.
#Leadership #Devolution #PublicService #GovernmentReform #Podcast #Devolution #Democracy
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In our second special video in our #VEDay and #VJDay 80th anniversary series, we spoke to 101-year-old D-Day veteran, Jack Mortimer 🎥
In the video, Jack describes his experiences on the beaches of Normandy during D-Day.
Visit the link below to watch the full version 👇
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🎧 What does it take to lead through crisis, change, and complexity - and still stay grounded? Listen now on #LocalGovernmentStories 👇
🎤 bit.ly/4iSZhfj
🎙️ Kate Josephs (@katejosephs), Chief Executive, Sheffield City Council (@SheffCouncil)
From Doncaster roots to Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council (@SheffCouncil) - Kate's journey has come full circle.
In our latest episode, we speak with a public service leader whose career has spanned HM Treasury (@hmtreasury), the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit, the Department of Education (@educationgovuk) and the Obama White House.
Kate later became Director General of the COVID Taskforce, helping to shape the UK's pandemic response at the highest level.
Now, she leads as Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council - bringing her national and international experience back to the communities that shaped her values.
Kate's Recognition and Service:
🤝 Chair of the Core Cities Chief Executives Group Core Cities UK (@corecities)
🤝 Trustee of the Resolution Foundation (@resfoundation).
🎖️ Awarded a CB in the Queen's Honours for services to the public
This episode is a candid, timely conversation about leadership, resilience, and the power of purpose, from global policymaking to local delivery.
💜 #ApplePodcasts
apple.co/3GTsjOC
💚#Spotify
bit.ly/4k41hT3
🧡#SoundCloud
bit.ly/4j003ri
🎧 About Local Government Stories
Join Nazeya Hussain, Solace Board member and EDI lead, as she uncovers the stories, drive, and passion that have shaped some of the most esteemed Chief Executives in Local Government. Delve into in-depth interviews that explore their experiences, best practices, and inspirational tales, perfect for those intrigued by the challenges of the CEO role and the profound impact of councils on communities.
👍 Enjoying the podcast? We want to hear from YOU!
💬 This week, we're diving into a thought provoking leadership question "What most shapes a great leader", and you insights could spark meaningful conversations.
📶 Participate in the poll on Spotify and share your perspective:
bit.ly/4k41hT3
And, why not share your thoughts on social and tag us to get the conversations flowing. Thank you for joining in - your engagement helps us grow and improve the podcast.
#Leadership #Devolution #PublicService #GovernmentReform #Podcast #Devolution #Democracy
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🌟Edinburgh has officially joined @CoreCitiesUK as its 12th member city! 🎉 As the third national capital in the group, Edinburgh will play a pivotal role in driving inclusive
Read more: publicsectorexecutive.com/ar…
@Edinburgh_CC @corecities #UrbanGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #PolicyChange #InclusiveGrowth #CityLeadership #UrbanChallenges #SustainableCities #UKCities
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Best thing we read this week? Probably this @reformthinktank essay on Everything-ism, an excellent and welcome call for focus in Government policy. Like we like to say at Core Cities - the future is local! #fridayread reform.uk/publications/every…
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We're very proud to announce that the great city of Edinburgh has joined Core Cities UK. Edinburgh is our 12th city and our third national capital! Welcome @Edinburgh_CC @JamesLewisLab @katejosephs corecities.com/news-insights…
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Wide-ranging pressures continue to push councils towards the financial brink, limiting their ability to deliver on the Govt's reform and growth agenda.
We're calling for a significant and sustained increase in overall funding in the #SpendingReview⬇️ 1/3
local.gov.uk/about/news/no-m…
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