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It’s only a Recession – “Don’t Panic!”

In times of recession, local governments must not only react but also proactively lead communities towards recovery. Cllr. Richard Kemp emphasizes the importance of maximizing efficiency within councils and prioritizing front-line services. By minimizing harm to individuals and businesses, fostering innovative partnerships, expanding training opportunities, and engaging volunteers, local authorities can prepare their communities for the upturn. It's crucial to dream big, create clear visions, and develop robust plans that offer hope and opportunities for all residents.

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It’s only a Recession – “Don’t Panic!”

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  1. It’s only a Recession –“Don’t Panic!” Cllr Richard Kemp, European & International Portfolio Holder, LGA

  2. The Roles of Local Government • To seize the opportunity to make our councils as efficient as possible and defend front line services • To minimise harm to individuals and prepare them for the up turn • To minimise harm to commerce and industry and prepare them for the up turn

  3. To make our councils as efficient as possible and defend front line services • Lead your community – don’t just react to events • Reduce back office costs • Innovate new partnerships with private, third sector and other authorities • Prioritise essential (front line) services • Move resources to meet recession challenges

  4. To minimise harm to individuals and to prepare them for the up turn • Maximise benefit take up • Expand volunteering • Extend training programmes • Arrange diversionary activities • Holistically target most needy families • Gear up social services and social housing

  5. To minimise harm to commerce and industry and prepare them for the up turn • Support struggling yet viable companies • Look ahead to employment opportunities of the future • Expand training opportunities for future employment • Market the opportunities of our areas • join up the public sector responses to the problems and opportunities

  6. To dream dreams for our areas • Have a clear vision for our area • Develop strong plans to arrive at that future • Provide hope for those that need it “If you don’t have a dream, how you gonna have a dream come true?” South Pacific

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