Huw Russell
@huwrussell.bsky.social
Commercial Lawyer and Director at @localpartnerships.bsky.social, advising central and local gov on environmental issues, e.g. #ClimateChange #Waste #GHGs #AirQuality 💚 🌍
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A critical consideration of LGR is waste services. Few services are as visible to residents or politically sensitive; missed bins make headlines. 🚮
📖 In her latest article for The MJ, Hattie Parke sets out how this challenge could be a strategic opportunity: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/24/l...
📖 In her latest article for The MJ, Hattie Parke sets out how this challenge could be a strategic opportunity: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/24/l...
September 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
A critical consideration of LGR is waste services. Few services are as visible to residents or politically sensitive; missed bins make headlines. 🚮
📖 In her latest article for The MJ, Hattie Parke sets out how this challenge could be a strategic opportunity: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/24/l...
📖 In her latest article for The MJ, Hattie Parke sets out how this challenge could be a strategic opportunity: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/24/l...
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💡 £12.9m awarded to 48 Welsh community energy projects through the Ynni Cymru capital grant scheme!
We are proud to support the Welsh Government Ynni Cymru programme, helping communities in Wales generate clean energy and keep the benefits local.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/25/y...
We are proud to support the Welsh Government Ynni Cymru programme, helping communities in Wales generate clean energy and keep the benefits local.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/25/y...
Ynni Cymru: £12.9m awarded to 48 Welsh projects to power smart local energy systems - Local Partnerships
Following an open call for applications, 48 projects across Wales have been awarded a share of £12.9m through the Ynni Cymru Capital Grant Scheme 2025/26.
localpartnerships.gov.uk
September 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM
💡 £12.9m awarded to 48 Welsh community energy projects through the Ynni Cymru capital grant scheme!
We are proud to support the Welsh Government Ynni Cymru programme, helping communities in Wales generate clean energy and keep the benefits local.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/25/y...
We are proud to support the Welsh Government Ynni Cymru programme, helping communities in Wales generate clean energy and keep the benefits local.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/09/25/y...
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Have your say: Local Partnerships helps Wales shape its reuse future with new Deposit Return Scheme consultation 🌍 🚮
🔗 Find out more and respond to the consultation, open until 10 November:
🔗 Find out more and respond to the consultation, open until 10 November:
Have your say: Local Partnerships helps Wales shape its reuse future with new Deposit Return Scheme consultation - Local Partnerships
Your voice can help shape how Wales cuts waste and invests in reuse. The Welsh Government has launched a public consultation on a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) that supports the transition to reusable…
localpartnerships.gov.uk
October 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Have your say: Local Partnerships helps Wales shape its reuse future with new Deposit Return Scheme consultation 🌍 🚮
🔗 Find out more and respond to the consultation, open until 10 November:
🔗 Find out more and respond to the consultation, open until 10 November:
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Based in Wales with small-scale renewables but no export agreement?
You could be losing £000s in revenue. Join our free webinar on 12 June to learn how to get paid for the power you export ⚡
Sign up 👉 localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/free-...
You could be losing £000s in revenue. Join our free webinar on 12 June to learn how to get paid for the power you export ⚡
Sign up 👉 localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/free-...
May 29, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Based in Wales with small-scale renewables but no export agreement?
You could be losing £000s in revenue. Join our free webinar on 12 June to learn how to get paid for the power you export ⚡
Sign up 👉 localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/free-...
You could be losing £000s in revenue. Join our free webinar on 12 June to learn how to get paid for the power you export ⚡
Sign up 👉 localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/free-...
Come and join us!
We’re Hiring: Corporate Development Director to lead strategic evolution and to future-proof Local Partnerships
Home-based | Senior Leadership Role
We are embarking on a bold 3 year transformation plan for long-term sustainability and public service impact.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/vacancies/co...
Home-based | Senior Leadership Role
We are embarking on a bold 3 year transformation plan for long-term sustainability and public service impact.
localpartnerships.gov.uk/vacancies/co...
June 4, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Come and join us!
If you're a public sector org interested in retrofitting, join this @localpartnerships.bsky.social webinar on 28 May which I'm chairing: localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/publi...
Public Sector Retrofit Forum - 28 May 2025 - Local Partnerships
Join us at the Public Sector Retrofit Forum as we explore the decarbonisation journey of Charing Cross Hospital.
localpartnerships.gov.uk
May 23, 2025 at 3:58 PM
If you're a public sector org interested in retrofitting, join this @localpartnerships.bsky.social webinar on 28 May which I'm chairing: localpartnerships.gov.uk/events/publi...
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New government guidance aims to help councils roll out cross-pavement EV charging, making home charging accessible for over 8 million households. How can we put this policy into practice?
Read here: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/03/06/a...
Read here: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/03/06/a...
March 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
New government guidance aims to help councils roll out cross-pavement EV charging, making home charging accessible for over 8 million households. How can we put this policy into practice?
Read here: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/03/06/a...
Read here: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/03/06/a...
Come and join me as a Director in the Zero Waste part of our Climate team!
March 24, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Come and join me as a Director in the Zero Waste part of our Climate team!
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"National policy has a bias towards structural reform as a tool for change. Radical leadership cannot be legislated for, but the culture change it reflects no less impactful."
@jesstud.bsky.social writes about a new leadership model emerging in the public sector.
@jesstud.bsky.social writes about a new leadership model emerging in the public sector.
A new leadership model is transforming local government - New Local
Jessica Studdert shares four fundamental shifts that are taking local government leadership into new territory and explains why the changing sector landscape demands a common understanding of…
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March 24, 2025 at 12:27 PM
"National policy has a bias towards structural reform as a tool for change. Radical leadership cannot be legislated for, but the culture change it reflects no less impactful."
@jesstud.bsky.social writes about a new leadership model emerging in the public sector.
@jesstud.bsky.social writes about a new leadership model emerging in the public sector.
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Free Digital Event: The Global Reuse Summit
Local Partnerships’ climate expert Dr. Debbie Fletcher will be speaking on The Politics of Reuse – exploring the policies shaping the future of circular solutions.
Date: 12 March 2025
Register here: buff.ly/FZUUzpM
Local Partnerships’ climate expert Dr. Debbie Fletcher will be speaking on The Politics of Reuse – exploring the policies shaping the future of circular solutions.
Date: 12 March 2025
Register here: buff.ly/FZUUzpM
March 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Free Digital Event: The Global Reuse Summit
Local Partnerships’ climate expert Dr. Debbie Fletcher will be speaking on The Politics of Reuse – exploring the policies shaping the future of circular solutions.
Date: 12 March 2025
Register here: buff.ly/FZUUzpM
Local Partnerships’ climate expert Dr. Debbie Fletcher will be speaking on The Politics of Reuse – exploring the policies shaping the future of circular solutions.
Date: 12 March 2025
Register here: buff.ly/FZUUzpM
Lunch at The Cinnamon Club - terrific! Washed down with a refresh of a Dickens classic
March 3, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Lunch at The Cinnamon Club - terrific! Washed down with a refresh of a Dickens classic
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NEW ARTICLE: From both sides – What the Stoke schools issues tell us about PFI
Issues with Stoke’s schools PFI scheme highlight key challenges in asset quality & contract management.
Read Neil Okninski’s insights, as seen in the Partnerships Bulletin: https://buff.ly/4isbYyf
#PFI #LocalGov
Issues with Stoke’s schools PFI scheme highlight key challenges in asset quality & contract management.
Read Neil Okninski’s insights, as seen in the Partnerships Bulletin: https://buff.ly/4isbYyf
#PFI #LocalGov
February 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
NEW ARTICLE: From both sides – What the Stoke schools issues tell us about PFI
Issues with Stoke’s schools PFI scheme highlight key challenges in asset quality & contract management.
Read Neil Okninski’s insights, as seen in the Partnerships Bulletin: https://buff.ly/4isbYyf
#PFI #LocalGov
Issues with Stoke’s schools PFI scheme highlight key challenges in asset quality & contract management.
Read Neil Okninski’s insights, as seen in the Partnerships Bulletin: https://buff.ly/4isbYyf
#PFI #LocalGov
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"Public sector structures often hinder progress. Siloed working, capacity constraints and a culture of caution often slow progress.
With local government reform on the horizon, we can't afford to wait..."
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/13/p...
With local government reform on the horizon, we can't afford to wait..."
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/13/p...
February 13, 2025 at 10:23 AM
"Public sector structures often hinder progress. Siloed working, capacity constraints and a culture of caution often slow progress.
With local government reform on the horizon, we can't afford to wait..."
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/13/p...
With local government reform on the horizon, we can't afford to wait..."
localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/13/p...
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Last week, we launched the Wales Annual Impact Report at a reception in the Senedd, hosted by Luke Fletcher MS and Mike Hedges MS. Read our report here localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/05/w...
February 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Last week, we launched the Wales Annual Impact Report at a reception in the Senedd, hosted by Luke Fletcher MS and Mike Hedges MS. Read our report here localpartnerships.gov.uk/2025/02/05/w...
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Wales Annual Impact Report – Just Launched!
We've delivered £1bn in infrastructure, installed 44.5MW of renewables to power 18,000 homes, unlocked 37 stalled housing sites, and saved the public sector £1m through EV procurement.
🔗 Read now: https://buff.ly/4aQLync
We've delivered £1bn in infrastructure, installed 44.5MW of renewables to power 18,000 homes, unlocked 37 stalled housing sites, and saved the public sector £1m through EV procurement.
🔗 Read now: https://buff.ly/4aQLync
February 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Wales Annual Impact Report – Just Launched!
We've delivered £1bn in infrastructure, installed 44.5MW of renewables to power 18,000 homes, unlocked 37 stalled housing sites, and saved the public sector £1m through EV procurement.
🔗 Read now: https://buff.ly/4aQLync
We've delivered £1bn in infrastructure, installed 44.5MW of renewables to power 18,000 homes, unlocked 37 stalled housing sites, and saved the public sector £1m through EV procurement.
🔗 Read now: https://buff.ly/4aQLync
On 13 February we're running a webinar which will be of interest to council officials and members with an interest in waste, recycling and the circular economy:
Big changes ahead for waste & resource policy in 2025!
Join our Zero Waste Webinar with Hattie Parke & experts to explore key policy shifts, interdependencies & strategies for local authorities.
Plus, get our free Navigating Policy Toolkit to stay ahead!
🔗 Register now: https://buff.ly/4gfeZ3n
Join our Zero Waste Webinar with Hattie Parke & experts to explore key policy shifts, interdependencies & strategies for local authorities.
Plus, get our free Navigating Policy Toolkit to stay ahead!
🔗 Register now: https://buff.ly/4gfeZ3n
February 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
On 13 February we're running a webinar which will be of interest to council officials and members with an interest in waste, recycling and the circular economy:
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Our transformation webinar series kicked off last week, exploring what makes transformation work and the barriers to success.
🔗 Read Sarah-Joy Lewis’s reflections & key takeaways: https://buff.ly/4hiKREU
A big thank you to all who joined. It was great to share insights and best practice.
🔗 Read Sarah-Joy Lewis’s reflections & key takeaways: https://buff.ly/4hiKREU
A big thank you to all who joined. It was great to share insights and best practice.
January 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Our transformation webinar series kicked off last week, exploring what makes transformation work and the barriers to success.
🔗 Read Sarah-Joy Lewis’s reflections & key takeaways: https://buff.ly/4hiKREU
A big thank you to all who joined. It was great to share insights and best practice.
🔗 Read Sarah-Joy Lewis’s reflections & key takeaways: https://buff.ly/4hiKREU
A big thank you to all who joined. It was great to share insights and best practice.
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The #LGAConf25 Innovation Zone is now accepting applications.
Showcase your council's innovative solutions and bring your ideas to life at our vibrant, creative space in Liverpool from 1-3 July 2025.
But hurry! Applications close on 3 Feb: www.local.gov.uk/innovation-z...
Showcase your council's innovative solutions and bring your ideas to life at our vibrant, creative space in Liverpool from 1-3 July 2025.
But hurry! Applications close on 3 Feb: www.local.gov.uk/innovation-z...
January 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The #LGAConf25 Innovation Zone is now accepting applications.
Showcase your council's innovative solutions and bring your ideas to life at our vibrant, creative space in Liverpool from 1-3 July 2025.
But hurry! Applications close on 3 Feb: www.local.gov.uk/innovation-z...
Showcase your council's innovative solutions and bring your ideas to life at our vibrant, creative space in Liverpool from 1-3 July 2025.
But hurry! Applications close on 3 Feb: www.local.gov.uk/innovation-z...
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Looking to improve leadership and influencing styles?
Join our two-day event to support opposition leaders and deputy leaders to excel in their role of leading an opposition group on their council.
Learn more and sign up here 👇
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
Join our two-day event to support opposition leaders and deputy leaders to excel in their role of leading an opposition group on their council.
Learn more and sign up here 👇
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
January 17, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Looking to improve leadership and influencing styles?
Join our two-day event to support opposition leaders and deputy leaders to excel in their role of leading an opposition group on their council.
Learn more and sign up here 👇
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
Join our two-day event to support opposition leaders and deputy leaders to excel in their role of leading an opposition group on their council.
Learn more and sign up here 👇
www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...
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Missed our webinar yesterday on transformation programmes? The recording is now available: localpartnerships.gov.uk/resources/tr...
✅ Best practices for effective change
❌ Common challenges & solutions
💡 Real-life insights on local government transformation
✅ Best practices for effective change
❌ Common challenges & solutions
💡 Real-life insights on local government transformation
January 17, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Missed our webinar yesterday on transformation programmes? The recording is now available: localpartnerships.gov.uk/resources/tr...
✅ Best practices for effective change
❌ Common challenges & solutions
💡 Real-life insights on local government transformation
✅ Best practices for effective change
❌ Common challenges & solutions
💡 Real-life insights on local government transformation
@localpartnerships.bsky.social will certainly be applying for this again - I've really enjoyed the opportunity to talk to councils about reducing GHG emissions at the previous two LGA Conferences
The Innovation Zone offers a vibrant, creative space and programme within the LGA’s Annual Conference and Exhibition.
Applications to host a session at #LGAConf25 are open now ⬇️
www.local.gov.uk/events/lga-a...
Applications to host a session at #LGAConf25 are open now ⬇️
www.local.gov.uk/events/lga-a...
January 16, 2025 at 9:33 AM
@localpartnerships.bsky.social will certainly be applying for this again - I've really enjoyed the opportunity to talk to councils about reducing GHG emissions at the previous two LGA Conferences
In case you missed this, here is a link to a podcast where I discussed with Matt Masters and Hart District Council the critical role that councils play in cutting GHG emissions, and how free tools from @localpartnerships.bsky.social and @local.gov.uk can help localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/01/r...
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Locally
New podcast: Councils leading the charge : Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Locally
localpartnerships.gov.uk
January 16, 2025 at 9:31 AM
In case you missed this, here is a link to a podcast where I discussed with Matt Masters and Hart District Council the critical role that councils play in cutting GHG emissions, and how free tools from @localpartnerships.bsky.social and @local.gov.uk can help localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/01/r...
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Our housing offer provides tailored support for developing housing pipelines, unblocking stalled sites, enabling direct housing delivery and more. 🏘️
Read more: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/09/h...
Read more: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/09/h...
December 16, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Our housing offer provides tailored support for developing housing pipelines, unblocking stalled sites, enabling direct housing delivery and more. 🏘️
Read more: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/09/h...
Read more: localpartnerships.gov.uk/2024/12/09/h...
It was great to be on the Truth about Local Government podcast with Hart District Council talking about how councils are accounting for GHG emissions using @localpartnerships.bsky.social / Local Government Association free tools. You can listen here: lnkd.in/egKBfaRa
December 16, 2024 at 10:42 AM
It was great to be on the Truth about Local Government podcast with Hart District Council talking about how councils are accounting for GHG emissions using @localpartnerships.bsky.social / Local Government Association free tools. You can listen here: lnkd.in/egKBfaRa
Delighted to join Bluesky and publicise the great work of @localpartnerships.bsky.social!
December 6, 2024 at 5:56 PM
Delighted to join Bluesky and publicise the great work of @localpartnerships.bsky.social!