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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Great to see the impact of the System Leadership Programme 2026 in Gloucestershire, hosted by Active Gloucestershire and facilitated by our National Director of Systems Leadership, @debbiesorkin.bsky.social. A lovely snapshot of the programme in action: youtu.be/vm5az3PmiV4?...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

What happens when you bring 43 leaders together to think differently, build relationships and explore what they might achieve together in a place? We worked with Active Gloucestershire to deliver their Systems Leadership Programme, led by @debbiesorkin.bsky.social wecanmove.net/news/from-sh...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

"This isn't like other courses. It hasn't felt like other courses. It's felt holistic." Raffaela Goodby shares how Future Vision challenged her in unexpected ways, creating space to deepen her self-awareness and think differently about how she leads. vimeo.com/1190946924?f...

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Raffaela Goodby

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Newly elected as a councillor? Wondering how to make the biggest possible difference for your community? When Cllr Usaama Kaweesa was first elected, he joined #BoostingMiddleLeaders to develop as a leader. Hear why he took part 👇 vimeo.com/1216339431?f...

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Cllr Usaama Kaweesa

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

"The unique selling point for me was the opportunity to connect with wider public sector leaders." Sarah Louise Morgan shares how Future Vision broadened her thinking through learning alongside senior leaders from different sectors and places. vimeo.com/1190946942?f...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Are you leading through increasing complexity in local government? Applications for the next cohort of Boosting Middle Leaders are now open. Hear from previous participants about their experience on the programme: vimeo.com/1213185440?f... ⬇️ Application details below.

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Boosting Middle Leaders

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

'The Place Agenda Unwrapped' is about to begin. Today we're exploring some of the biggest changes reshaping public services & what it will take to turn ambition into lasting change. Thanks to Arcadis for sponsoring today's event & hosting us and their amazing venue in London today. #PlaceUnwrapped

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Congratulations to the latest Future Vision cohort, who are completing the programme today! A year of challenge, reflection, new perspectives and lasting connections. We can't wait to see how you'll use your learning to make a difference in the places and communities you serve.

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The conversations don't end with #LGAConf26. If you'd like to continue discussing local government reorganisation, strategic authorities, systems leadership or place-based change, we'd love to hear from you. 📨info@leadershipcentre.org.uk

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Three great days at #LGAConf26. Thanks to everyone who visited the photo exhibition, joined our breakfast event and shared their ideas. If we didn't get the chance to speak, here's a snapshot of how the Leadership Centre is supporting places through change. 👇

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Conferences often focus on policies & structures. But lasting change is always about people. That's exactly what 'Inspiring People who make our Place' at #LGAConf26 celebrates and we're proud to be sponsoring the photo exhibition this year.

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

To express an interest in joining our next Future Vision programme please visit this page on our website: www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/programmes/f...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

In this LGC podcast, @mkmrogers.bsky.social (now Associate Director with us) shares what it takes to make strategic authorities work. One principle is focusing on what we have in common to prioritise what will make the biggest difference, soonest. Well worth a listen: www.podbean.com/ep/pb-2ysb2-...

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Councils and combined authorities

Metro mayors are the poster boys for devolution, but councils have a vital but often unappreciated role in combined authorities – soon to be renamed strategic authorities. With the government planning...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Our next Community of Practice on Place will be led by @jamesbullion.bsky.social CBE, former CQC Chief Inspector & Future Vision alumnus. He’ll join us in exploring how we can strengthen collaboration between councils, ICBs & neighbourhoods. It promises to be a thought-provoking discussion!

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Thanks to @debbiesorkin.bsky.social, @kenperry447.bsky.social and Hamida Ali for shaping such a rich experience. We’re already looking forward to January in Wrexham, where the focus will be on Public Narrative and Movement Building to create meaningful change.

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

We are here in Liverpool Central Library tonight, launching our tour with the British Legion of a new statue of The Forgotten Army by Mahtab Hussain @britishfuture.bsky.social

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

🚀 Applications now open for Boosting Middle Leaders BML is a unique programme for councillors & officers which aims to build trust, lead change & tackle real system challenges. Our next cohort, run in collaboration with @local.gov.uk, begins in Feb 2026. www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...

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Boosting Middle Leaders is a leadership programme which brings together councillors and officers to build relationships, share perspectives, and develop practices that will help them to deliver the be...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Future Vision is about more than individual development; it’s about building the kind of leadership that can shape better futures. We can’t wait to see what this cohort will achieve and are excited to be on the journey with them. ✨

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Bernard Hughes @bernardhughes.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

This is sad news. My mother had been a huge fan when he was first famous and I grew up with the book of music - I learned to play and sing the songs from it long before I ever heard the original albums

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

Absolutely fantastic Prom this morning with Théotime Langlois de Swarte + Le Consort - do listen on BBC Sounds if you can. Meanwhile, here’s Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I, employer of one of the composers featured, having a quiet day

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Part of the Emily Kam Kngwarray exhibition at @tate.bsky.social - worth your time

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

🚀 Calling all councillors & officers! Boost your leadership skills with the Boosting Middle Leaders programme – delivered in partnership with @local.gov.uk ✔️ Build capacity ✔️ Tackle real challenges ✔️ Grow your network Apply now 👉 www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...

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Kate Ardern@KateAlvanley @ardernkate.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

The concept of a Neighbourhood Health Service is the right direction.. however it’s got to be properly place based & not just nhs. And roughly 5 new centres per ICS doesn’t feel very “neighbourhood” to me .. much more detail needed bsky.app/profile/hpia...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Thanks to everyone who joined our breakfast at #LGAConf25 this morning. We’re proud to launch Developing Strategic Authorities - our new offer to support those shaping the future of devolution. 📖 Find out more below: www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

📣 Community of Practice on Place 🗓️ 14 July | 🕓 12–1.30pm |📍Online As devolution expands, can councils still lead place meaningfully? Join us & Helen Bailey (CX of Sutton Council) to explore identity, leadership & power. 🔗 www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/community-of...

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Very Happy Birthday to my friend @kenperry447.bsky.social 🥳🍾🎂 Have a great day Ken 😃

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

We’re live at the BT Tower for the Leadership Centre’s 21st birthday! Our CEO @mkmrogers.bsky.social is opening the day by welcoming leaders from across the UK — reminding us that adaptive leadership has never mattered more in a world of constant change.

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Well this was tremendous - thank you Paul Lewis and Southbank Centre London 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Nominations are open for Future Vision 2025/26, launching in September! With a refreshed design & new faculty, this acclaimed programme is for senior leaders tackling complex, evolving challenges. It's grounded in real-world practice & cutting-edge theory: www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

If you’re a senior leader looking for a developmentally stretching programme that challenges you to rethink your leadership assumptions, behaviours & beliefs, then FV is for you. Join our info session 15th May 2025, 5pm–6pm to learn more. Email mark.dalton@leadershipcentre.org.uk

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

Well this was terrific - many thanks operahollandpark.bsky.org 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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Adam Parkhomenko @adamparkhomenko.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Thank you to whoever made this

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Leadership under pressure can bring out the best in us. In his latest piece, Alex Khaldi explores how Local Government Re-organisation & Devolution are creating challenges—but also revealing leaders who rise to meet them. Read more: 🔗 leadershipcentre.org.uk/leadership-u... #localgov

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

🌍Join our next Community of Practice on Leadership of Place 📅 25th March 2025 | ⏰ 12pm – 1:30pm We'll explore collective memory, measuring what matters & governance models. Want to be part of the conversation? Email Theo.miller@leadershipcentre.org.uk. Look forward to seeing you there!

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Local Government Reform for the purpose of devolution is upon us. Drawing on his experience working in & with Mayoral Combined & Mayoral Combined County Authorities, our Chief Executive @mkmrogers.bsky.social, shares his reflections in his latest article for The MJ: www.themj.co.uk/msas-genesis...

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MSAs from genesis to revelation

Local government reform for the purpose of devolution is upon us. Experience of working in and with mayoral combined and mayoral combined county authorities is providing...

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The Movie Badger @themoviebadger.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

R.I.P Gene Hackman One of the best to ever do it

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Amanda Pritchard stepping down as NHSE Chief Exec, much earlier than expected; Sir Jim Mackey takes on the role in the interim.

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Debbie Sorkin @debbiesorkin.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

Really enjoyed English Touring Opera’s production of Bellini’s The Capulets and the Montagues at @hackneyempire.bsky.social last night. Catch ETO around the country: www.englishtouringopera.org.uk 😃

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Local government leaders face mounting pressures—tight finances, rising service demands & a rapidly changing world. With local government reorganisation underway, adaptability is key. Our latest blog explores leadership strategies to build lasting impact. www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/leading-thro...

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The Leadership Centre @localleadership.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

📢 Join us on 7th Feb 2025 for the launch of our Community of Practice for Place-based Leadership–a space to explore how local leadership can empower communities, break siloes & drive systemic change. Let’s shape the future together! Email theo.miller@leadershipcentre.org.uk if you'd like to join us.

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Sean Wilken KC @swilkenkc.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

85 years ago today Bletchley broke Enigma for the first time.

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21st Century Schizoid Tran @grayathena.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

ganz as always is very good

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