In a recent ‘hackathon’ hosted by AI experts from Microsoft, Whitehall civil servants gathered to discuss the role of AI within the public sector. There was a particular focus on the technology’s potential to boost productivity, given the current financial…
The Welsh Government plans to implement automatic voter enrollment for local government and Senedd elections. According to the recently introduced Elections and Elected Bodies (Wales) Bill, councils will be mandated to include individuals in the local government register without…
From job applications, education and healthcare services, to council tax and housing benefits - we are living in an increasingly digital world where having access to the internet is essential for survival. However, the more technology advances, the more people…
Local authorities have been cautioned by Ofsted against placing vulnerable children, including those who are subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) orders, in children's homes that are not registered. Updated Ofsted guidance states that entities providing children's home services for…
On June 21, 2023 Houses of Parliament held a briefing on tackling loneliness and connecting communities. Carry on reading for the key takeaways for local authorities looking to make a difference. Who is at risk? The government has recommended that…
North Yorkshire has spent £6m on establishing a unitary local authority, North Yorkshire Council, which has taken the place of the pre-existing 8-council format. The seven district councils and the county council, which included Craven District Council, Hambleton, Scarborough, Rydedale,…
Here at Imperium Resourcing, we understand that organisations need to engage with high-quality talent. Whether it’s a substantive person to drive a change and transformation agenda over a longer period or an interim to provide support and expertise at critical…
So you’ve just landed a new contract - congratulations! Now it’s time to prepare so you can start your new interim role with confidence. Luckily for you, the team here at Imperium Resourcing knows a thing or two about the…
Local authorities are struggling to place children in care due to a lack of suitable accommodation, Ofsted have reported. The report, which draws on interviews and focus groups with social workers, described the situation as a ‘last minute dash’ to…
The job market is changing, it’s becoming much more fast-paced and competitive than ever before. As soon as you send your CV off, most employers will look you up to see if you would be a good candidate, keep reading to see how you can stand out among others by building your personal brand.