Purpose of the Module

To explore different models emerging in local government to deliver services in new ways/to commercialise, to understand the impact on how councils operate and to consider councillor roles in these new arrangements.

Perfect for

• All councillors in councils which are exploring new ways of working
• Councillors in leadership roles who are driving change
• Relevant portfolio holders

Module Content

• Drivers for change in local government
• New models including
• Shared services
• Local authority trading companies
• Other commercial models
• Property/housing models
• Joint ventures
• Trusts
• Mutuals
• Social Impact Bonds
• The best vehicles for different projects
• Legal and governance issues to address
• Roles of councillors in the new models

Skills Framework

Addresses all the skills but particularly

• Local leadership
• Partnership working
• Political understanding

Outcomes

That councillors in councils which are exploring new models, thoroughly understand the options and evaluation process and that councillors where new models are in operation, are confident in the arrangements and their roles.