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🤖 Is your local government cyber resilient? Join Kurtis Toy at #SolaceSummit for an exploratory breakout session. By the Cyber Centre of Excellence and IESE CIC. 📍 Liverpool Experience Campus 📅 21–22 October 2026 www.solace-summit.com #CyberSecurity #PartnerContent

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 1h

This year's #BlackHistoryMonth, Honouring Our Communities, means recognising every colleague shaping local government today. Your daily contributions build a better future for all. Thank you for making a difference. #BHM2026 #HonouringOurCommunities #PublicService

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🤝 Business Partner, Sponsor & Exhibitor Spotlight: Government Commercial Agency—The UK's central commercial and procurement organisation for the public sector. Thanks for partnering and exhibiting with Solace! Book now: www.solace-summit.com #SolaceSummit26

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Join us at #SolaceSummit for our Health Sub Plenary as we explore the future of health, social care, and devolution with sector leaders. Reserve your place: www.solace-summit.com 🎟️ #LocalGov #Leadership

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

What do May’s elections mean for UK democracy? Join Professor Sir John Curtice & Vijay Rangarjan at #SolaceSummit 2026 for expert insight. 21—22 Oct, Liverpool. Book now: www.solace-summit.com #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Dr Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU joins us at #SolaceScotlandConference for his keynote session: Reflecting on the Evolution of Local Government: A Global Perspective on Where Leadership Is Heading 📍 Corran Halls, Oban, Thursday 10—Friday 11 Sept 2026 #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Ready to reflect on your next leadership step? Join the Solace Rise and Renew Programme for space, peer support, and fresh perspective. Residential Retreat: 10—11 Nov 26 Online Facilitation Session: 10 Dec 26 (half day) Contact learning@solace.org.uk. #LocalGov #PublicSector

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🏘️ Business Partner Spotlight: Cardo Group — supporting social housing providers with maintenance, retrofit & decarbonisation. Thanks for partnering with Solace! BP & sponsorship info: solace.org.uk/partnerships/ #SolaceSummit26 hubs.ly/Q04rl5J30

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Join Professor Donald MacLean at #SolaceScotlandConference in Oban, 10—11 Sept 2026, as he explores new approaches to strategy and leadership in public service. Book now: hubs.li/Q04pLjDz0)ht... #PlaceLeadership #LocalGovernment 🔗

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Emma Palmer (Powys Council Council) and Tom Bowring (Vale of Glamorgan) share practical insights on sustaining resilient core services during Local Government Reorganisation. Ensuring service continuity through change. #LGR #Leadership #LocalGov #EastMidlands #CivicaUK

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Sam Plum, former Chief Executive of Westmorland & Furness, offered practical insights on leading through Local Government Reorganisation, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for councils and communities. #LGR #LocalGovernment #PublicSectorLeadership #Civica

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Kicking off our LGR East Midlands event at Nottingham Forest FC, with leaders uniting for practical insight on operational readiness, shared priorities, and effective collaboration. #LGR #EastMidlands #LocalGovernment

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Excited to welcome (@vicderbyshire.bsky.social) Victoria Derbyshire as Conference Compère for Solace Summit 2026! Join senior leaders in Liverpool, 21 to 22 Oct, for keynotes, workshops, and real connections. #SolaceSummit #LocalGov #Leadership

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

What does it take to lead through local government reorganisation? Hear Duncan Sharkey’s insights on our latest Local Government Stories episode. Listen now: www.solace.org.uk/local-government-stories-podcast/ #Leadership #LocalGov #PublicService #LocalGovernmentStories

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

What does it take to lead through local government reorganisation? Hear Duncan Sharkey’s insights on leadership, change, and growth in our latest Local Government Stories. Listen: solace.org.uk/local-govern... #LocalGov #Leadership #PublicService

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Empower your leadership journey by joining our Rise & Renew info session tomorrow online at 12:00-13:00. Discover tailored coaching and retreats for senior leaders. Reserve your spot: hubs.li/Q04nvpxX0 #SolaceRiseRenew #LeadershipDevelopment

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Inclusive leadership starts with self-awareness and curiosity. Thank you to Byron Batten for inspiring open, impactful conversations at our new Inclusive Leadership Skills Day. Learn more: t.co/v6DDwEaGkh #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LocalGovernment t.co/A9HaCNA0wZ

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Secure your place at Solace Summit ’26, where local government leaders connect, learn, and lead. Join us in Liverpool, 21 to 22 Oct. Tickets: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-... #SolaceSummit #LeadershipInAction #LocalGov #PublicServiceInnovation

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

What inspires a leader to centre equity, diversity and inclusion in public service? Hear Stuart Love’s journey on our latest Local Government Stories podcast. Listen now: hubs.li/Q04ntm330 #Leadership #PublicService #EDI #LocalGov #CareerGrowth

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Final call: Nominate Scotland’s next leader for the Solace Scotland Springboard 2026! Last chance, submissions close tomorrow, 1 July. Help the next leaders. Email Scotland@solace.org.uk now. #SolaceScotlandSpringboard #NextGenLeaders

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🎧 Missed this the first time? LGR proposals. 12 districts. 2 unitaries. 1 county. Mark Wynn & Lukman Patel on building consensus, working with a new administration, and keeping communities together. 🔊 t.co/TUBX6YoOZw #Podcast #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

⏳ Chief Execs - Just 1 week left to nominate a rising star for #ScotlandSpringboard 2026! 📅 Closes 1 July 🌟 1 year of leadership development, mentorship & exclusive events 🎯 Help shape Scotland’s next generation of local gov leaders 📬 Nominate now: Scotland@solace.org.uk

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Leading a city at the heart of the capital takes conviction, inclusion and courage. From South Africa’s post‑apartheid era to CEX of @CityWestminster, Stuart Love on leadership, EDI and modern local government. 🔊 Listen: hubs.li/Q04l_p-q0 #LocalGovernmentStories

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Rise & Renew combines tailored 1:1 coaching and a residential retreat for senior local government leaders. Apply now: bit.ly/4cmwIYn #SolaceRiseRenew #LeadershipDevelopment #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

🎧 Behind every set of LGR proposals is months of trust-building across a whole system. #LocalGovernmentStories features Mark Wynn and Lukman Patel on how Lancashire is building consensus across the system, alongside reflections on leadership through change. Listen: 🔊 solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Ready to back your next Head of Service? Nominate for Springboard Scotland by 1 July 2026 and empower future leaders across Scottish local government. Details: bit.ly/41D85jp #LeadershipDevelopment #SolaceScotlandSpringboard

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Community trust must be actively rebuilt. Julia Novak reflects on ethical leadership, public service and what great local government looks like across different contexts around the world. Listen: Apple: apple.co/4u243Nt Spotify: bit.ly/4wQhGBF YouTube: bit.ly/42ZpLGJ #LocalGovernmentStories

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

North West local authority Chief Executives: attendance is free for the National Leadership Forum on 18 June at Manchester Art Gallery. A forum to explore shared challenges, exchange practical insights and build stronger cross-sector relationships. 🎫 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-l...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

🎧 Julia Novak, the first woman to lead ICMA in it's 112 year history is a trailblazer. Julia joins #LocalGovernmentStories podcast to explore ethical leadership, community trust, and global lessons from Iraq, China, and Africa on public service. Listen now: solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

How do you build consensus when disagreement is the default?🎧 S3E1 of #LocalGovernmentStories: Ali Whiteley (London Councils) on leading in complexity—consensus, evidence-led recommendations, housing & homelessness pressures, devolution + governance. Listen: solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

If you’ve been thinking “I’ll look into coaching qualifications at some point”… this is your moment 👇 FREE EMCC coaching taster TODAY (Teams) 🕓 4:00–5:15pm Practitioner + Senior Practitioner overview + coaching psychology learning. Last-minute bookings: learning@solace.org.uk

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We’ve got 7 people booked onto our FREE EMCC coaching taster — and we’re aiming for 8–10 for a great Q&A. 📅 Monday 18 May 2026 | 🕓 4:00–5:15pm | 💻 Teams Practitioner + Senior Practitioner overview + coaching psychology learning. To book: learning@solace.org.uk (Teams link sent on registration)

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🎧 SERIES 3 is LIVE! Leading a city of 9 million takes clarity, courage & inclusion. Ali Whiteley (formerly Ali Griffin), Chief Executive of London Councils, on homelessness costs, the Fair Funding Review, devolution & inclusive leadership. 🔊 Listen: solace.org.uk/local-govern... #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🗳️ Elections don’t “just happen” — they’re delivered. Today we’re sending our support to everyone across local government, including Solace members, delivering elections under real pressure. Thank you for the calm leadership, planning and teamwork behind the scenes.

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

At PPMA 2026, Joanne Roney (CE, Birmingham City Council) called for a rethink of statutory roles, arguing workforce leadership belongs at the top table. Revisit Joanne’s episode, where she reflects on system leadership and convening across organisations. solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

🤝 Our 2026/27 charity campaign is live! We’re continuing our support for St Augustine’s Centre (Halifax) and welcoming Crisis as our second charity partner — backing people affected by homelessness and those seeking sanctuary. 🎯 £5k target 👉 Donate: www.givewheel.com/fundraising/...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We’ve got 3 people booked already — aiming for a great group of 8–10. Join our FREE EMCC Coach Training taster (Practitioner & Senior Practitioner) + coaching psychology learning. 18 May 2026 | 4:00–5:15pm | Teams Book: learning@solace.org.uk Info: solace.org.uk/learning-hub...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

📸 Brilliant to have the full Solace team together for our All‑Staff Away Day — a chance to reconnect with colleagues. We shared strategic & delivery updates and ran workshops on People & Culture, understanding our customer, and ways of working.

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Where are they now? 🎧 Since recording Local Government Stories Series 1 (Ep 8), Matt Prosser has taken up the Chief Executive role at Wellington City Council. A reminder of what leading in complexity looks like. Article: www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/... Listen: solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Want a practical intro to EMCC coach training — with real discussion time? FREE online taster: 🗓 18 May 2026 | 🕓 4:00–5:15pm (UK) | 📍 Microsoft Teams Email 👉 learning@solace.org.uk for the Teams link. Programme Details: solace.org.uk/learning-hub...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our Inclusive Leadership Q&A yesterday — brilliant questions. We covered what inclusive leadership looks like in everyday behaviours and why self-awareness matters. Full Q&A/FAQs summary and full course details: solace.org.uk/personal-dev...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Today at 12:30 (Teams): Free Inclusive Leadership Q&A A quick, practical way to understand what the Inclusive Leadership course covers, how the day runs, and what you’ll take away in practice — plus time to ask questions. 📆 12:30–13:15 Reserve your place👉 learning@solace.org.uk

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Free Teams Q&A next Tuesday: Inclusive Leadership for senior local government leaders. Tue 14 Apr | 12:30–13:15 A quick 45 mins to understand the course focus, how the day runs, and what you’ll take away in practice. Reserve: learning@solace.org.uk Course details: bit.ly/47GnZ00

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Ahead of #UKREiiF 2026, the West Midlands is showcasing £20bn+ of investment-ready opportunities, with partnership-led delivery front and centre. Joanne Roney is a confirmed speaker — revisit her episode on place leadership and making growth work for residents. 🎧 solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Free Teams Q&A: Inclusive Leadership for senior local government leaders. 📆Tue 14 Apr, 12:30–13:15. Get a concise overview + ask questions: what the course covers, how it runs, and what you’ll take away. Reserve 👉 learning@solace.org.uk Course info: solace.org.uk/personal-dev...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Curious about EMCC coach training? We’re hosting a FREE online taster session. 🗓 Mon 18 May 2026 🕓 4:00–5:15pm 📍 Microsoft Teams We’ll share an overview of the EMCC Coach programmes + learning on the psychological dimensions of coaching. 👉 learning@solace.org.uk

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

April is #StressAwarenessMonth. At Solace, aligned with the councils we support, our Workplace MHFAs are here for Solace staff: a safe, confidential, non‑judgemental space to talk. Try MHFA England’s Stress Container tool: mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/... #MentalHealthAtWork

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Stronger footing, lighter touch. Oversight at Nottingham Council has moved from Commissioners to advisory Ministerial Envoys, with a focus on continuous improvement. Full update: www.mynottinghamnews.co.uk/government-s... #LocalGov

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Ministers have de‑escalated oversight at Nottingham City Council—moving from Commissioners to advisory Ministerial Envoys—signalling a stronger footing and a focus on continuous improvement. Hear CE Sajeeda Rose on leading through intervention (Series 2, Episode 6): solace.org.uk/local-govern...

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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

📆 Free Q&A (Teams) — Tue 14 Apr, 12:30–13:15. Your chance to ask questions + see what you’ll get from our Inclusive Leadership course for senior local government leaders. Reserve your place 👉 learning@solace.org.uk View the course: solace.org.uk/personal-dev...

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