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Solace Scotland is the Scottish branch of the Solace Group, serving as a professional network for local government leaders across Scotland.

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Great to be at the @solacescotland.bsky.social conference in @northlanarkshire.gov.uk last week. Terrific programme and great to connect with colleagues. #collaboration #systemchange #publicservice #proud.

06.09.2025 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trevor Holden
β€œAre we part of the solution or part of the problem?”

Dr Jonathan Carr-West
@joncarrwest.bsky.social
β€œIntegration alone isn’t enough."

Both challenge us to rethink public service delivery amid housing shortages, & healthcare strain.

#SolaceScotlandConference

04.09.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At the #SolaceScotlandConference today, Des Murray urges us to rethink how we make reform real.

Read his reflections in The MJ:

πŸ”— www.themj.co.uk/reform-scotl...

04.09.2025 11:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“ At #SolaceScotlandConference today?

πŸ‘‹ Come visit our stand and meet Kay Nyamande, our Engagement – Membership Lead!

πŸ“ We’re gathering insights to improve how we connect with you β€” fill out question 11 on our quick form:

πŸ”— forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

#LocalGov

04.09.2025 10:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—£οΈ Great insights from The Shape of Transformational Reformβ€”Perspectives:

Joe Griffin: Civil Service must evolveβ€”more collaboration.
Jo Farrell: Focus on frontline & dynamic workforce.
Sarah O’Donnell: Adapting to risk.
Jane & Sarah: Leadership & local gov empowerment

#LocalGov

04.09.2025 09:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ₯ The energy is building at #SolaceScotlandConference! Delegates are queuing up to register, welcomed by the sound of bagpipes 🎢

We're nearly ready to kick off our next session in the marquee:
The Shape of Transformational Reformβ€”Perspectives

#LocalGov

04.09.2025 08:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŒ„ Today we kicked off the #SolaceScotlandConference with Module 1 of the Solace Scotland Springboard Programme!

Leatham Green, Transformation Director at Oracle ✨ "The programme focuses on Voice, Breath, Body & Mind"β€”embracing our uniqueness while growing through challenge.

#LocalGov

04.09.2025 07:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Good morning from Solace Scotland!

We’re all set and excited to welcome you to Day 1 of the conference. Our team is ready at the registration desk with big smiles and warm greetings.

πŸ‘‹ Looking forward to connecting with delegates, speakers, and exhibitors throughout the day.

#LocalGov

04.09.2025 07:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't forget to download the full programme for our #SolaceScotlandConference today!

πŸ“ Strathclyde Country Park
🎀 27 Speakers from across Scotland's public services
🀝 Connect with Business Partners & Sponsors

⬇️ View the full programme:

πŸ”— 8018031.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/801803...

04.09.2025 05:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Just one week to go until the Solace Scotland Conference 2025!

πŸ—£οΈ 27 speakers
🌿 Study tours & wellbeing activities

πŸ“„ Programme: solace.org.uk/scotland-con...

πŸ’¬ Already booked? Tag a colleague you’re attending with or share what you’re most looking forward to!

29.08.2025 13:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”· The Shape of Transformational Reformβ€”Perspectives

Scotland’s top public service leaders unite at our #SolaceScotlandConference to explore what real reform looks likeβ€”and how to build it together.

πŸ—“οΈ 4 Sept | 9:15–10:30 πŸ“ AlonaA Hotel

🎫 Bring your team: solace.org.uk/scotland-conference-2025

07.08.2025 09:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🟦 The Transformational Impact of Public Services starts with putting prevention first.

Join us at the #SolaceScotlandConference.

πŸ“… 5 Sept | πŸ•₯ 10:40–11:30 πŸ“AlonA Hotel

β€’ Dr Kristy Docherty
β€’ Dr Diane Stockton
β€’ Clair Thomson

πŸ‘₯ Bring your team - register now:
portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...

29.07.2025 08:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌟Heading to #SolaceScotlandConference? Meet the local government innovators.

πŸ™ Thank you to all our Exhibitors and Partners for supporting innovation in public service!

πŸ”— Full list: solace.org.uk/scotland-con...

βœ‰οΈ Contact Roberta Henry for sponsorship opportunities: sponsorship@solace.org.uk

28.07.2025 09:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic image including photographs of Trevor Holden and Dr Jonathan Carr-West. The text reads Scotland Conference 2025. Integrated Public Services. Trevor Holden, Managing Director, South Norfolk & Broadland District Council and underneath that it reads Dr Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU. Following underneath that are the South Norfolk logo, Broadland District Council logo and the LGIU logo. The Solace Scotland logo is at the top of the graphic. In the background is a photograph of a lake and a blue sky. There is a boat in the lake.

A graphic image including photographs of Trevor Holden and Dr Jonathan Carr-West. The text reads Scotland Conference 2025. Integrated Public Services. Trevor Holden, Managing Director, South Norfolk & Broadland District Council and underneath that it reads Dr Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU. Following underneath that are the South Norfolk logo, Broadland District Council logo and the LGIU logo. The Solace Scotland logo is at the top of the graphic. In the background is a photograph of a lake and a blue sky. There is a boat in the lake.

πŸ“£ Join public sector leaders in Scotland to explore how integrated services are transforming communities across the UK. 🎀 Featuring: Trevor Holden & Dr Jonathan Carr-West.
πŸ“Solace Scotland Conference.
πŸ“…4 Sept
13:45–14:30
πŸ“ŒAlonA Hotel, Motherwell.
πŸ‘‰ Register: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...

17.07.2025 13:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌿 Explore, Learn, Connect at #SolaceScotlandConference!
Attending? Don’t miss our Study Tours:

🌳Strathclyde Park
πŸ“† 4 Sept, 10:30–12:45 | 5 Sept, 14:00–16:00 (repeated).
Tours on sustainability, regeneration & community. 🎟️ Book: portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-... ℹ️ solace.org.uk/scotland-con...

04.07.2025 11:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
An image of a room with people in in sitting down in Scotland.

An image of a room with people in in sitting down in Scotland.

Leadership starts with a nudge.
⏳Chief Execs - Just 3 days left to nominate a rising star for #ScotlandSpringboard 2025! πŸ“… Closes 4 July

🌟 12 months of Mentorship & exclusive events
🎯 Help shape Scotland’s next generation of local gov leaders
πŸ“¬ Nominate: Scotland@solace.org.uk

02.07.2025 12:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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10 days left. 10 more leaders needed. Will one be from your council? Thanks to everyone who’s already nominated! πŸ™Œ
We’re seeing amazing talent come forward β€” but there’s still time to get involved.

Chief Execs, nominate your rising star by 4 July:
πŸ“© Scotland@solace.org.uk

#SolaceScotlandSprinboard

26.06.2025 13:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chief Execs β€” who’s your rising star? 🌟Nominate for #SolaceScotlandSpringboard! 🧠 Mentoring 🎟️ Events 🀝 Network πŸ“ˆ Growth πŸ“© Scotland@solace.org.uk πŸ“† Deadline: 4 July. Nominations in from Inverclyde Council, West Dunbartonshire Council, @anguscouncil.bsky.social, @dundeecitycouncil.bsky.social, & more!

19.06.2025 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Leaders speak out on what’s next in their fields: Anna Fowlie at Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO), Fraser McKinlay @thepromisescotland.bsky.social, Alison Watson @shelterscotland.bsky.social
Read More πŸ‘‰ solace.org.uk/scotland-con...

#FutureReform

03.06.2025 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
A graphic image with the words Scotland Conference 2025 04-05 September '25.

A graphic image with the words Scotland Conference 2025 04-05 September '25.

πŸŽ‰ The #SolaceScotlandConference Website is LIVE!
🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 AlonA Hotel, Motherwell, Strathclyde Country Park
πŸ“… 4–5 Sept 2025
Explore the programme, speakers & more!
πŸ‘‰ Book your place now:
solace.org.uk/scotland-con...

#Scotland2025 #PublicServices #Leadership #SolaceScotland

28.05.2025 08:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‘€ We're seeking Chief Executives, Directors, and Senior Leaders to nominate emerging talent for our next cohort of rising mangers to empower the next generation of leaders!..

Interested in participating?

πŸ“§ Email Scotland@solace.org.uk

⏰Deadline: 4th July 2025

23.05.2025 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Scotland’s future is being writtenβ€”will you help shape it?

4–5 Sept | Scotland Conference 2025
Transformation. Health. Education. Place.

🎟️ Group ticket (5 ppl): £885 + VAT
πŸ‘‰ portal.solace.org.uk/s/community-...

#SolaceScotland #LocalGov #ScotlandConference2025

15.04.2025 10:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Chief Execs of Scotland – who’s next in line to lead? 🚨

Applications are now open for the Solace Scotland Springboard 2025 Leadership Programme – and we want your rising stars. Nominate by 4th of July ➑️ Scotland@solace.org.uk

04.04.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎧 Only 1 week left until the series 2 launch of #LocalGovernmentStories! Let's revisit series 1 ep 10 with Andrew Kerr, Former Chief Executive of Edinburgh Council, who talks about leading the council during the Queen's passing. πŸ‘‰ solace.org.uk/local-govern...

04.03.2025 13:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎧 The wait is almost overβ€”just 11 days until series 2 lands of LocalGovernmentStories! From Trading Standards Officer to Chief Executive, Pippa Milne shares her journey to the top at
@argyllandbute.bsky.social Council. Catch up with Series 1, Episode 9 now: πŸ‘‰ solace.org.uk/local-govern...
#LocalGov

28.02.2025 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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With 2 weeks to go until we launch series 2 of #LocalGovernmentStories, it's a good time to catch up on series 1 ep 7 with CEO Dr Grace Vickers at Midlothian Council sharing her top accomplishments throughout her teaching career and moving into #LocalGovernment πŸ‘‰ solace.org.uk/local-govern...

24.02.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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