Improvement Network Spotlight

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  Sustaining Value for Money in the Police Service

  Through adopting a transformational approach the police service can make savings of up to £1 billion says to a new report. Carrying out a threat, harm and risk assessment will help decision making in police forces by aligning policing priorities to resource management.

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  Against The Odds - a study into NEETs

  A new study looks at the financial, personal and social cost of teenagers who are so-called NEET - Not in Education, Employment or Training. It finds that a new approach can make scarce resources work harder for those at greatest risk.

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  Briefings to support healthcare efficiency

  Access two new briefings which focus on maximising resources in adult mental health and making the most of frontline staff across NHS trusts and foundation trusts.

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  CIPFA report: After the Manifesto

  In this publication, CIPFA sets out the actions it believes the Government needs to take to build an effective strategy for restoring order and balance to public finances.

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  Guidance: Leading in Hard Times

  A new CIPFA publication poses unique challenges for those in leadership positions, suggesting that effective leaders will need to have a clear picture of the journey organisations will travel over the next few years as finances are re-balanced.