Joined May 2011
- Tweets 64,205
- Following 6,040
- Followers 14,394
- Likes 245
10,645 Photos and videos
The MJ retweeted
Jun 10
Housing-led regeneration has a vital role to play in boosting housing supply, driving economic growth and creating thriving communities across the North.
A real pleasure to speak at the launch of the Northern Housing Consortium's Renew inquiry interim report.
ALT Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, speaking at the launch of the Northern Housing Consortium's Renew inquiry interim report.
7
8
19
1,244
Jun 12
One week to go until 900 colleagues gather at Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge to celebrate excellence across local government.
Pride. Recognition. A room full of people making a difference.
The countdown is on. 🏆
#MJAwards #LocalGovernment
1
140
The MJ retweeted
Jun 10
#localgov minister @Alison_McGovern calls on councils to transfer control of services to communities, suggesting this could help reduce costs and the risk to councils - themj.co.uk/minister-urges-c…
1
1
330
The MJ retweeted
Jun 9
.@LGA_Labour announces it will nominate @BuryCouncil's @Eamonn_OB to become the next chair of @LGANews' @weezegee’s decision to step down from the role next month - themj.co.uk/obrien-expected-… #localgov
1
513
The MJ retweeted
Amidst the calls for civil service reform, an opportunity to reflect on Extended Ministerial Offices. Could EMOs be part of the answer?
@themjcouk @HeatheratTheMJ
@JackieSadek @peterfranklin_ @timleunig @graemearcher @RtHonGregClark
share.google/NXvnq2dTkidE9KA…
1
3
3
508
The MJ retweeted
Amidst the calls for civil service reform, good to reflect on the Extended Ministerial Office. Perhaps time for a return?
@localis @themjcouk @CSWnews @instituteforgov @guardian @restate_thinks
share.google/3Lro2LvqaBh0qcf…
2
4
520
Jun 8
11 days until the sector comes together to celebrate the very best in local government.
The energy is building. The tables are booked. The finalists are ready.
The MJ Achievement Awards 2026 is almost here. ✨
#MJAwards #LocalGovernment
108
The MJ retweeted
Jun 5
Less than half of councils believe the Government’s proposed special educational needs and disabilities reforms will create a more financially sustainable system, according to a report commissioned by @LGANews and @CCNOffice - themj.co.uk/councils-questio…
2
273
The MJ retweeted
Jun 4
Chair of @LGANews, @weezegee, announces her decision to step down after serving since July 2024 - themj.co.uk/lga-chair-stand #localgov
1
1
374
The MJ retweeted
Jun 4
A survey by Grant Thornton reveals that two-thirds of councils are currently facing significant equal pay risks, which have evolved into a pressing issue for #localgov leadership - themj.co.uk/thirds-councils-…
1
206
Jun 5
The conversations local government leaders need to have right now aren’t always the ones happening on stage.
This September, The MJ Future Forum Midlands in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Register your interest now: eu1.hubs.ly/H0vmjJ80
#LocalGovernment #Leadership #FutureForum
2
187
The MJ retweeted
May 28
Writing in her monthly @themjcouk column, @weezegee says @UKREiiF was a platform for demonstrating how a solid partnership between #localgov and the private sector is the cornerstone of inclusive growth - themj.co.uk/local-authoritie…
1
164
The MJ retweeted
Jun 1
I've written for @theMJcouk about two common objections against fiscal devolution: capacity and the 'race to the bottom'. The former calls for more investment, not less devolution. The latter is a myth and unsupported by evidence. themj.co.uk/fiscal-devolutio…
2
2
567
The MJ retweeted
Jun 2
I've written in the @theMJcouk about dismantling Treasury objections against fiscal devolution: capacity and the 'race to the bottom'. The former calls for more investment, not less devolution. The latter is a myth and unsupported by the evidence.
themj.co.uk/fiscal-devolutio…
2
3
506
May 28
What does leadership look like in a period of devolution, financial pressure and system reform?
The MJ Future Forum Midlands | 9–10 September | Stratford-upon-Avon
Register your interest now: eu1.hubs.ly/H0vmjfn0
#LocalGovernment #PublicSectorLeadership #Devolution
182
The MJ retweeted
Our Local Government Reorganisation Toolkit, developed for our members with Local Partnerships, collates tools, templates and lessons from previous rounds of LGR, with clear signposting to support officers and councillors to plan and deliver LGR.
orlo.uk/SDIJJ
1
5
4
688
May 27
National recognition.
A professional stage.
A photograph your team will keep for years.
The MJ Awards is more than a ceremony — it’s a career-defining moment.
We are now close to capacity so add your name to waitlist by emailing s.garcia@hgluk.com
#MJAwards #LocalGovernment
1
158
The MJ retweeted
May 22
The Government announces a neighbourhood guarantee scheme aimed at ensuring councils meet public service targets - themj.co.uk/reed-warns-sanct… #localgov
1
309
The MJ retweeted
May 21
Adele Gritten, chief executive of @LP_localgov, owned by @LGANews, @hmtreasury and @WelshGovernment, writes that as newly elected members take their seats, partnerships will be key to turning priorities into progress for new council administrations - themj.co.uk/challenges-17792…
1
303
May 21
The lights dim.
The category is called.
The room erupts.
There’s nothing quite like The MJ Awards.
We are now close to capacity so add your name to waitlist by emailing s.garcia@hgluk.com now
#MJAwards #LocalGovernment
1
115