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Our World is Local: Matt Prosser

In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Matt Prosser, Chief Executive of Dorset Council and President of Solace, the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers.

In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Matt Prosser, Chief Executive of Dorset Council and President of Solace, the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers. 

Matt shares insights from his six years leading Dorset Council, discussing the challenges and successes of creating a unitary authority, balancing financial pressures, and maintaining essential services. We also delve into local government reorganisation, devolution, and the evolving relationship between local authorities and central government. Additionally, Matt reflects on Solace's role in supporting leadership across the sector, fostering talent, and navigating the future of public service leadership.

Hosted by Cratus Group CEO Nick Kilby and the Editor of The MJ, Heather Jameson, the ‘Our World is Local' podcast is a space to learn about the key figures in local government, highlighting the tremendous work they do for the communities they serve. 

You can listen to the previous episodes ⁠⁠on Spotify here⁠ and wherever else you listen to your podcasts.

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