Let the change begin

Now let the change begin

The new Labour Government must press ahead with its plans for change and make the most of the first 100 days in office. There is an opportunity to change things for the better for some of the most vulnerable people in society. This is an opportunity that must not be missed.

To deliver on Labour’s manifesto pledges, Keir Starmer’s Government must demonstrate that it is ready to take radical action to tackle the big issues of the day. It must be bold and break the cycle of decline that is affecting many industry sectors by restoring economic stability so businesses and organisations can plan for the long term and invest in the future.

Here is what has been accomplished in the first 100 days:

The 100 days are up

Close of the first 100 days: an affordable housing perspective

Housing played a key part in Labour’s election campaign which was reflected in a very long to-do list. 

Close of the first 100 days: a local government perspective

There have been a series of announcements during the first 100 days of Labour’s Government which will impact local authorities during the course of this Parliament.

Close of the first 100 days: a health and social care perspective

The flagship policy for the social care sector in Labour’s election manifesto was the introduction of ‘Fair Pay’ Agreements for the sector workforce.

Close of the first 100 days: a social business perspective

It has been a mixed bag for Labour’s first 100 days in office, and the forthcoming Budget may give a clearer road map.

Close of the first 100 days: a private client perspective

The Labour Government’s first 100 days in office have not brought much to cheer about from a private client perspective.

Our post-election insights

The Government’s ‘must-do’s’ for the first 100 days to support the social housing sector

The new government provides an opportunity for a reset in social housing. Here are our recommended ‘must-dos’ for the first 100 days.

Helping drive change in local government: the Government’s 100 days of ‘must-do’s’

Our local government specialists provide some suggested ‘must-dos’ for the Government’s first 100 days to start change on a sound footing.

The Government needs to drive clarity for health and social care in its first 100 days

Our HSC specialists outline their recommended ‘must-dos’ for the next 100 days focusing on it being a time for clarity.

Shining a spotlight on social purpose businesses: ‘must-do’s’ for the first 100 days

With a new government comes the opportunity to put social purpose business needs higher up the agenda with 100 days of ‘must-dos’ focusing on some urgent needs for reform.

The Government’s ‘must-do’s’ for the first 100 days to support the charities sector

The ‘must-dos’ for the first 100 days need to focus on getting the basics in place to ensure that the charities sector does not continue to be overlooked.

A commitment to change: 100 days of ‘must-do’s’ for private legal services

Our specialists recommend that the ‘must-dos’ for the first 100 days should be focused on addressing some key areas to support individuals.

Nowhere to hide: making the most of this reset opportunity

This is an opportunity to deliver a plan for the long-term

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Our pre-election insights

What the future holds for social housing

Amidst record levels of demand for affordable homes and supported living accomodation registered providers of social housing could continue to struggle to deliver new schemes

The outlook for local government

Local authorities are hoping that the General Election provides an opportunity to take stock and re-shape the way that public services are delivered, and the bolder the better.

A look ahead for health and social care

Successive governments have failed to address the urgent need for reform across the health and social care sector. So what does the future hold?

A greater role for social purpose organisations

Some interesting ideas have been put forward by almost all the main parties to address the current crisis in public services provision.

A missed opportunity for charities

A gap in understanding of the charities sector is evident across the main parties’ manifestos, which means society could be missing out

The agenda for private legal services

A call for the next government to commit to changes related to private legal services

Election insights from our specialists

Devolution revolution – Early stage key considerations

Read the article by Claire Ward and Alex Lawrence

The King’s speech and the Government’s planning agenda

Read the blog post by Max Howarth.

The King’s speech – High on pomp but low on HR practicalities

Read the blog post by Anna Dabek and Libby Hubbard

Is now the time for commonhold?

Read the blog post by Emma Hardman

Kings Speech announces extension of Awaab’s Law to the private sector

Read the blog post by Suzanne Gregson

It’s a go – Renters Reform now Renters Rights Bill

Read the blog post by Helen Tucker

What the King’s speech could mean for the housing sector in 2024

Read the blog post by Suzanne Gregson

Planning promises… Labour pledges to make a change

Read the blog post by Mahnoor Butt

Things can only get better? But how and when?

Read the blog post by Anna Dabek

Labour’s workforce plans – The headlines you need to know

Read the blog post by Matt Wort

General Election – what’s ahead for HR?

Read the blog post by Anna Dabek

Labour announces plans to extend equal pay rights

Read the blog post by Michael Brownlee

The general election and housing legislation: Implications for landlords

Read the blog post by Bethan Jones

How could the manifestos reshape local government?

Read the article by Claire Ward

Securing the future of employee ownership

Read the blog post by David Alcock

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