Jo Brown
@jobrown77.bsky.social
Asst CEX at Rotherham Council. Interested in local government, public policy, leadership, workforce issues/ opportunities, community engagement. Plus yoga, travel, food & coffee.
At the beautiful St. Asaph cathedral tonight for #illuminatedorchestra celebrating the movie music of Hans Zimmer
March 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
At the beautiful St. Asaph cathedral tonight for #illuminatedorchestra celebrating the movie music of Hans Zimmer
Let’s focus on evidence-based policy decisions where impact & outcomes are measured, rather than the notion of a nanny state.
Proper care for people who are struggling isn’t ‘soft’ – it saves cash
Proper care for people who are struggling isn’t ‘soft’ – it saves cash
New research suggests that spending on those with the most complex needs can release so much financial benefit that it should be regarded as an investment
One of the reasons Rachel Reeves wants faster growth is the taxes it generates and the possibility…
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February 8, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Let’s focus on evidence-based policy decisions where impact & outcomes are measured, rather than the notion of a nanny state.
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I’ve had a few conversations of late where there’s been cynicism around social value simply driving up contract prices. A helpful reflection from Lexington - SV needs its health & safety moment, to make it core and not simply a bolt on to business operations.
I’ve had a few conversations of late where there’s been cynicism around social value simply driving up contract prices. A helpful reflection from Lexington - SV needs its health & safety moment, to make it core and not simply a bolt on to business operations.
Calculating the cost of social value
Building social value into a contract can incur costs for both sides; buyer and bidder. Who should absorb this in the long term? Should businesses increase prices to account for social value delivery ...
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February 8, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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I’ve had a few conversations of late where there’s been cynicism around social value simply driving up contract prices. A helpful reflection from Lexington - SV needs its health & safety moment, to make it core and not simply a bolt on to business operations.
I’ve had a few conversations of late where there’s been cynicism around social value simply driving up contract prices. A helpful reflection from Lexington - SV needs its health & safety moment, to make it core and not simply a bolt on to business operations.