VLGA & LGiU Global Executive Panel - Resetting relationships between levels of government

Often, the relationship between local government and other tiers of government can be tense. This panel will explore the relationship between council and other levels of government, how to best maximise engagement with higher levels of government, maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and looking at ways councils can be heard on the big issues that affect their communities.

Panellists for this discussion include:

Sam Plum, Chief Executive, Westmorland and Furness Council, England
Cliff Eberly, Program Director - Resilient People and Places, Centre for Policy Development, Australia
Johnathan Carr West, Chief Executive, LGiU

Key areas of discussion will include:
Community perceptions about the roles and responsibilities of each level of government
Exploring the key elements of an effective working relationship with government
How to best maximise influence with other levels of government
Tools and strategies to maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Being heard and being an effective advocate for community