The Western Balkans Summit began today with a meeting of Economy Ministers in Vienna. Held at the British Ambassador to Austria’s Residence and chaired by FCO Permanent Under Secretary Sir Simon McDonald and Austrian Minister of Economy Margarete Schr… read more
The International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt has become the first minister in British history to use sign language from the despatch box in Parliament. Penny Mordaunt using sign language in Parliament She was highlighting the fact that the U… read more
A new “digital pledge” backed by £7.5 million of government funding has been launched today (4 July 2018) to help councils transform their online services. Speaking at the Local Government Association Annual Conference in Birmingham, Local Government … read more
Let me start, by painting 2 pictures for you; a day in the lives of 2 different council employees. Before Janet goes to work she remembers that it’s bin day, but isn’t sure which one. She logs onto the council website, finds the waste page, the check … read more
I have been in the House of Commons for 8 years and a minister for 4. I have worked in local government and with communities and amazing grassroots organisations that deliver amazing support and services for those in their neighbourhood. I have worked… read more