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Forget What You Think You Know...

Forget What You Think You Know...

By: Local Government Association
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Forget What You Think You Know... explores the social issues that are affecting communities in England on a day-to-day basis. We look at topics like housing, jobs, climate change, public health, social care, and education to name a few.


In the podcasts we interview people facing these issues; policy and sector experts to hear about the changes that are needed; and councils who are working on the frontline to learn what they are doing to tackle them.

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Episodes
  • about culture

    about culture
    Oct 20 2022
    In this episode, Esther Barrott explores the role of culture in supporting people and places, and what is needed to ensure the sector can survive the multiple challenges thrown its way. Esther speaks with Baroness Lola Young, a Crossbench Peer and Chair of the LGA's Commission on Culture and Local Government, Bobby Seagull, Presenter, Journalist, Maths Teacher, and Chenine Bhathena, Creative Director of UK City of Culture in Coventry 2021.

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    36 mins
  • about councillors

    about councillors
    Mar 21 2022

    As we approach the local elections in May, this episode aims to explore the role of a councillor, challenge stereotypes and bring to life stories of local democracy in action. In this episode, Sophie Page is joined by four councillors from different backgrounds to discuss what it really means to be a councillor − whilst juggling university work, full time jobs and motherhood − and to understand why it’s a role for anyone who is passionate about their local community to consider.


    Don't forget if you are interested in becoming a councillor you can visit www.local.gov.uk/be-councillor

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    36 mins
  • about climate action - part 2

    about climate action - part 2
    Feb 23 2022

    In this second part of our look at climate action, Katie Goodger finds out what is taking place on the ground to address the climate emergency and how communities can be involved in this vital issue.

    Katie hears from Cllr Martyn Alvey of Cornwall Council, who have won an award for their leadership in responding to the climate emergency; Peter Bryant of Shared Future, who explores the importance of citizen engagement; and Nick Gardner of the National Lottery Community Fund, who talks about the work they do supporting environmental projects across the country.

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    38 mins
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