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Lessons from the Scottish Islands: governance, community and change - Interview with Adele Lidderdale
LGIU’s Head of Research and Policy, Jon Gleek, sat down with Adele Lidderdale to discuss her research on governance and community development in the Scottish Islands, and what these unique contexts can teach thesector. Their conversation explored themes including centralisation, community-led solutions, and the relationship between local and national government.
“Thinks Big Space! Library innovation in South Dublin County Council”
Next up in our series of articles showcasing the latest local government innovation from the Chambers Ireland 2022 Excellence in Local Government Awards, South Dublin County Council tells us about Think Big Space in South Dublin Libraries.
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From service delivery to system stewardship: how local government can lead community wellbeing
Local government in Ireland must move beyond a narrow focus on service delivery towards a broader role as a steward of community wellbeing. This resource explores the central role of elected members as wellbeing leaders, the alignment with Ireland’s local democracy reform agenda, and the importance of participation, trust and long-term thinking.;
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