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Solace Scotland is the Scottish branch of the Solace Group, serving as a professional network for local government leaders across Scotland.

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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Next week is our Solace Scotland Conference 2026! Join senior leaders in Oban, 10-11 September. Shape reform into reality and book now: bit.ly/4skhMys #SolaceScotlandConference #Leadership #PublicServiceReform
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
We're delighted to be joined by our Scotland Business Partner Oracle, at this year's #SolaceScotlandConference, with their breakout session: From Insight to Impact — Turning Data Into Decisions for Thriving Communities Oban, 10—Friday 11 2026. hubs.li/Q04scMLs0
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Discover Arbor Education ( @arboreducation.bsky.social u ) at #SolaceScotlandConference —leaders in MIS and school management software, supporting 9,000+ UK schools. Join us in Oban, 10—11 September 2026. Book now: hubs.li/Q04scMLs0 #LocalGovernment solace.org.uk/partnerships/
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.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 #Leadership #Elections
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Just one month to go: join Scotland’s Local Government leaders at Corran Halls, Oban, 10 to 11 Sept for insight, innovation, and practical leadership. Book now: hubs.li/Q04snfTh0 #SolaceScotland #Leadership #PublicServiceReform
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Discover the key trends shaping Scotland’s public sector. Join our Scotland Business Partner in Oban, 10 to 11 Sept 2026 for an interactive workshop and exhibition. Secure your place: www.solace.org.uk #SolaceScotlandConference #LocalGovernment
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.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 Scotland @solacescotland.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 Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Chief Executives: please nominate a Head of Service (or equivalent) — or a leader close to stepping into a HoS role — for Springboard Scotland. Submit via CE office: 👉scotland@solace.org.uk (include mentor name/role/email) Deadline: 1 July 2026 Full details: bit.ly/41D85jp
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Reminder for Chief Executives 👇 Springboard Scotland is for: • Any Head of Service or officer with equivalent experience • Leaders in similar roles seeking to become a Head of Service soon Nominate via CE office 👉 scotland@solace.org.uk Deadline: 1 July 2026 Details: bit.ly/47A8UNt
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
📣 Applications now open — Solace Scotland Springboard 📣 Chief Executives nominate a Head of Service or equivalent to support their leadership development. Submit now 👉 scotland@solace.org.uk Deadline: 1 July 2026. Details & how to apply: solace.org.uk/learning-hub...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Our #SolaceScotlandConference 2026 website is live! Join us in Oban, 10–11 Sept 2026. Programme core themes: 🔄 Reform 🤝 Place leadership 🧩 Whole‑system leadership 💡 Innovation & resilience 🏛️ Structural reform Website: solace.org.uk/scotland-con... portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...
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db-akods.bsky.social @db-akods.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
Great to be at the @solacescotland.bsky.social conference in @northlanarkshire.gov.uk last week. Terrific programme and great to connect with colleagues. #collaboration #systemchange #publicservice #proud.
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Trevor Holden “Are we part of the solution or part of the problem?” Dr Jonathan Carr-West @joncarrwest.bsky.social “Integration alone isn’t enough." Both challenge us to rethink public service delivery amid housing shortages, & healthcare strain. #SolaceScotlandConference
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
At the #SolaceScotlandConference today, Des Murray urges us to rethink how we make reform real. Read his reflections in The MJ: 🔗 www.themj.co.uk/reform-scotl...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
📍 At #SolaceScotlandConference today? 👋 Come visit our stand and meet Kay Nyamande, our Engagement – Membership Lead! 📝 We’re gathering insights to improve how we connect with you — fill out question 11 on our quick form: 🔗 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... #LocalGov
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
🗣️ Great insights from The Shape of Transformational Reform—Perspectives: Joe Griffin: Civil Service must evolve—more collaboration. Jo Farrell: Focus on frontline & dynamic workforce. Sarah O’Donnell: Adapting to risk. Jane & Sarah: Leadership & local gov empowerment #LocalGov
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
🎥 The energy is building at #SolaceScotlandConference! Delegates are queuing up to register, welcomed by the sound of bagpipes 🎶 We're nearly ready to kick off our next session in the marquee: The Shape of Transformational Reform—Perspectives #LocalGov
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
🌄 Today we kicked off the #SolaceScotlandConference with Module 1 of the Solace Scotland Springboard Programme! Leatham Green, Transformation Director at Oracle ✨ "The programme focuses on Voice, Breath, Body & Mind"—embracing our uniqueness while growing through challenge. #LocalGov
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Good morning from Solace Scotland! We’re all set and excited to welcome you to Day 1 of the conference. Our team is ready at the registration desk with big smiles and warm greetings. 👋 Looking forward to connecting with delegates, speakers, and exhibitors throughout the day. #LocalGov
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Don't forget to download the full programme for our #SolaceScotlandConference today! 📍 Strathclyde Country Park 🎤 27 Speakers from across Scotland's public services 🤝 Connect with Business Partners & Sponsors ⬇️ View the full programme: 🔗 8018031.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/801803...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
📣 Just one week to go until the Solace Scotland Conference 2025! 🗣️ 27 speakers 🌿 Study tours & wellbeing activities 📄 Programme: solace.org.uk/scotland-con... 💬 Already booked? Tag a colleague you’re attending with or share what you’re most looking forward to!
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
🔷 The Shape of Transformational Reform—Perspectives Scotland’s top public service leaders unite at our #SolaceScotlandConference to explore what real reform looks like—and how to build it together. 🗓️ 4 Sept | 9:15–10:30 📍 AlonaA Hotel 🎫 Bring your team: solace.org.uk/scotland-conference-2025
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
🟦 The Transformational Impact of Public Services starts with putting prevention first. Join us at the #SolaceScotlandConference. 📅 5 Sept | 🕥 10:40–11:30 📍AlonA Hotel • Dr Kristy Docherty • Dr Diane Stockton • Clair Thomson 👥 Bring your team - register now: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
🌟Heading to #SolaceScotlandConference? Meet the local government innovators. 🙏 Thank you to all our Exhibitors and Partners for supporting innovation in public service! 🔗 Full list: solace.org.uk/scotland-con... ✉️ Contact Roberta Henry for sponsorship opportunities: sponsorship@solace.org.uk
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
📣 Join public sector leaders in Scotland to explore how integrated services are transforming communities across the UK. 🎤 Featuring: Trevor Holden & Dr Jonathan Carr-West. 📍Solace Scotland Conference. 📅4 Sept 13:45–14:30 📌AlonA Hotel, Motherwell. 👉 Register: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...
A graphic image including photographs of Trevor Holden and Dr Jonathan Carr-West. The text reads Scotland Conference 2025. Integrated Public Services. Trevor Holden, Managing Director, South Norfolk & Broadland District Council and underneath that it reads Dr Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU. Following underneath that are the South Norfolk logo, Broadland District Council logo and the LGIU logo. The Solace Scotland logo is at the top of the graphic. In the background is a photograph of a lake and a blue sky. There is a boat in the lake.
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
🌿 Explore, Learn, Connect at #SolaceScotlandConference! Attending? Don’t miss our Study Tours: 🌳Strathclyde Park 📆 4 Sept, 10:30–12:45 | 5 Sept, 14:00–16:00 (repeated). Tours on sustainability, regeneration & community. 🎟️ Book: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-... ℹ️ solace.org.uk/scotland-con...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Leadership starts with a nudge. ⏳Chief Execs - Just 3 days left to nominate a rising star for #ScotlandSpringboard 2025! 📅 Closes 4 July 🌟 12 months of Mentorship & exclusive events 🎯 Help shape Scotland’s next generation of local gov leaders 📬 Nominate: Scotland@solace.org.uk
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
10 days left. 10 more leaders needed. Will one be from your council? Thanks to everyone who’s already nominated! 🙌 We’re seeing amazing talent come forward — but there’s still time to get involved. Chief Execs, nominate your rising star by 4 July: 📩 Scotland@solace.org.uk #SolaceScotlandSprinboard
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Chief Execs — who’s your rising star? 🌟Nominate for #SolaceScotlandSpringboard! 🧠 Mentoring 🎟️ Events 🤝 Network 📈 Growth 📩 Scotland@solace.org.uk 📆 Deadline: 4 July. Nominations in from Inverclyde Council, West Dunbartonshire Council, @anguscouncil.bsky.social, @dundeecitycouncil.bsky.social, & more!
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
🚨 Leaders speak out on what’s next in their fields: Anna Fowlie at Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO), Fraser McKinlay @thepromisescotland.bsky.social, Alison Watson @shelterscotland.bsky.social Read More 👉 solace.org.uk/scotland-con... #FutureReform
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
🎉 The #SolaceScotlandConference Website is LIVE! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 AlonA Hotel, Motherwell, Strathclyde Country Park 📅 4–5 Sept 2025 Explore the programme, speakers & more! 👉 Book your place now: solace.org.uk/scotland-con... #Scotland2025 #PublicServices #Leadership #SolaceScotland
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
👀 We're seeking Chief Executives, Directors, and Senior Leaders to nominate emerging talent for our next cohort of rising mangers to empower the next generation of leaders!.. Interested in participating? 📧 Email Scotland@solace.org.uk ⏰Deadline: 4th July 2025
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
🚨 Scotland’s future is being written—will you help shape it? 4–5 Sept | Scotland Conference 2025 Transformation. Health. Education. Place. 🎟️ Group ticket (5 ppl): £885 + VAT 👉 portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-... #SolaceScotland #LocalGov #ScotlandConference2025
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
📣 Chief Execs of Scotland – who’s next in line to lead? 🚨 Applications are now open for the Solace Scotland Springboard 2025 Leadership Programme – and we want your rising stars. Nominate by 4th of July ➡️ Scotland@solace.org.uk
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
🎧 Only 1 week left until the series 2 launch of #LocalGovernmentStories! Let's revisit series 1 ep 10 with Andrew Kerr, Former Chief Executive of Edinburgh Council, who talks about leading the council during the Queen's passing. 👉 solace.org.uk/local-govern...
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Solace Scotland @solacescotland.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
🎧 The wait is almost over—just 11 days until series 2 lands of LocalGovernmentStories! From Trading Standards Officer to Chief Executive, Pippa Milne shares her journey to the top at @argyllandbute.bsky.social Council. Catch up with Series 1, Episode 9 now: 👉 solace.org.uk/local-govern... #LocalGov
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Solace @solace-uk.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
With 2 weeks to go until we launch series 2 of #LocalGovernmentStories, it's a good time to catch up on series 1 ep 7 with CEO Dr Grace Vickers at Midlothian Council sharing her top accomplishments throughout her teaching career and moving into #LocalGovernment 👉 solace.org.uk/local-govern...
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