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Big Society: commissioning with the third sector
What is David Cameron’s ‘Big Society’ and what does it mean for public service delivery? Level two in the CIPFA and IDeA programme of training for public sector commissioners and finance staff will consider the new policy agenda and explore the practical issues involved in enabling effective engagement with the community, voluntary, charitable and social enterprise sectors. The programme is fully funded by and delivered on behalf of the Office of Civil Society. Details are available here.
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Northern Ireland Conference
Headlining the CIPFA Northern Ireland Conference this year is leading commentator and former editor of the Sunday Times, Andrew Neil. Andrew will be sharing his insights fresh from the Liberal Democrats party conference - the first of the major party conferences following the formation of the new Coalition Government. The Northern Ireland Conference is on 23-24 September in County Down. Book here |
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New CRC guidance from CIPFA
CIPFA has published a new guide to help public sector organisations meet the requirements of the Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme (CRC). The CRC is an important part of plans to reduce UK greenhouse gas emissions in line with the recent Climate Change Acts. Click here to purchase. |
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Public Finance: the balance sheet
Things really did get better under New Labour. But now we need a new settlement for progressive politics and public service reform, say Lisa Harker and Carey Oppenheim. |
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