Emerging linked ecologies for a national scale retrofitting programme: The role of local authorities and delivery partners
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enpol.2019.111179
Abstract: Energy Efficient Scotland (EES) is the Scottish Government's flagship programme for the national-scale retrofitting of buildings over the next 15–20 years. This is a critical component of Scotland's commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions… read more here.
Keywords: authorities delivery; delivery; delivery partners; local authorities ... See more keywords
Contracting out public transport services to vertical partnerships
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DOI: 10.1016/j.retrec.2018.07.012
Abstract: Abstract This paper studies the organisational structure of contracting out transportation operations to a vertical partnership between local authorities and a vertically integrated monopoly. Pricing decisions are delegated to the partnership operating in the downstream… read more here.
Keywords: contracting public; partnership; public transport; transport services ... See more keywords
The costs and benefits of packaging waste management systems in Europe: the perspective of local authorities
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DOI: 10.1080/09640568.2016.1181609
Abstract: Local authorities are generally in charge of household packaging waste management operations, particularly in countries with Green Dot schemes or similar extended producer responsibility systems. This leads to the need of establishing a system of… read more here.
Keywords: waste management; costs benefits; packaging waste; local authorities ... See more keywords
Comparative analysis of variation in the quality and completeness of local outbreak control plans for SARS-CoV-2 in English local authorities.
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DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdab368
Abstract: BACKGROUND Local outbreak control plans (LOCPs) are statutory documents produced by local authorities (LAs) across England. LOCPs outline LAs' response to Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID19) outbreaks and the coordination of local resources, data and communication… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; local outbreak; control plans; outbreak control ... See more keywords
Financial disclosure practices among Malaysian local authorities: a case study
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DOI: 10.1108/ijpsm-05-2017-0138
Abstract: PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to understand and explain the financial disclosure processes among Malaysian local authorities (MLAs).Design/methodology/approachEmploying semi-structured interviews, data were collected from 26 members in five case study organisations, and interpreted using… read more here.
Keywords: disclosure; financial disclosure; among malaysian; case ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of subnational implementation of minimum unit price for alcohol: policy appraisal modelling for local authorities in England.
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DOI: 10.1111/add.16084
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS Evidence exists on the potential impact of national level minimum unit price (MUP) policies for alcohol. This study investigated the potential effectiveness of implementing MUP at regional and local levels compared with… read more here.
Keywords: unit price; minimum unit; local authorities; policy ... See more keywords
Smart Technology and the Emergence of Algorithmic Bureaucracy: Artificial Intelligence in UK Local Authorities
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DOI: 10.1111/puar.13286
Abstract: In recent years, local authorities in the UK have begun to adopt a variety of ‘smart’ technological changes to enhance service delivery. These changes are producing profound impacts on the structure of public administration. Focusing… read more here.
Keywords: artificial intelligence; algorithmic bureaucracy; smart technology; local authorities ... See more keywords
Local authorities must take responsibility for housing homeless people
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DOI: 10.1136/bmj.j189
Abstract: Gulland sets out several strategies for tackling the ebb and flow of homeless patients between health establishments and the street.1 Homeless patients’ interactions with health institutions tend not to be voluntary but rather are enforced… read more here.
Keywords: responsibility housing; take responsibility; authorities must; local authorities ... See more keywords
Budget cuts force local councils into “narrow” focus on social care, warns watchdog
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DOI: 10.1136/bmj.k1113
Abstract: Local authorities in England are being forced to prioritise adult social care over other vital services such as housing because of swingeing central budget cuts, the public spending watchdog has warned. In a report published… read more here.
Keywords: budget cuts; cuts force; social care; local authorities ... See more keywords
RF26 Quantifying inequalities in looked after children in england
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DOI: 10.1136/jech-2019-ssmabstracts.141
Abstract: Background The proportion of Looked After Children (LAC) in England is rising. The high burden and consequences of child maltreatment are well documented, yet little is known about the drivers of children being taken into… read more here.
Keywords: care; children taken; entering care; looked children ... See more keywords
The digital communication tools and citizens' relationship with local governments: a comparison of Georgian and Polish cities
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DOI: 10.1177/00208523221079746
Abstract: This article aims to explore the impact of digital communication tools application by citizens and the perceived usefulness of social media on the relationship between citizens and local authorities. The data were gathered in April–September… read more here.
Keywords: relationship; communication tools; local authorities; communication ... See more keywords