Jill Penn
Pooling funds is a better use of resources
Jill Penn is moving to a new finance role at the Office of Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk. She says what we do impacts on the same residents, so working together is better than arguing about the proportion of the cash you're getting.
Let's work as one sector on fair funding
Jill Penn says we're nearing the time when we will be discussing the next part of the fair funding debate with our county colleagues. Her hope is that we can continue to work as one sector - and with a clear focus on our residents
What about that medium term financial strategy?
Any future funding settlement needs to recognise homelessness and problem prevention in some way, says Jill Penn
The waiting game
The challenge for national Government is how funding can be moved across to the local government sector and councils in Norfolk have presented their case and are waiting for the settlement announcement, says Jill Penn
We can do more with less when we collaborate
Working better with our partners will further economic growth and enhance the quality of life for our communities, writes Jill Penn.
Breaking down perceived divides
Jill Penn argues there is a responsibility for the public sector as a whole to come together and work collaboratively with its local private and third sector organisations.
The pressure on district finances is as real as other authorities
This is a period of fast-moving change. Jill Penn looks at where this leaves district finances and services.
Why we need more mentoring
Jill Penn outlines why mentoring schemes are critical in ensuring officers can confidently face the challenges ahead.
