@edcox_devo

Working for a fairer, greener, healthy West Midlands @WestMids_CA Chair of @levinspire @involveUK

 Birmingham - Manchester
Joined January 2009
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***JOB OPPORTUNITY*** Want to help embed the processes, skills, structures and cultures needed for effective public participation in decision-making? Come join us at the forefront of democratic change! Apply to be an Engagement Lead! involve.org.uk/node/2667
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Levelling Up White Paper said that the Leadership College for Government (@LCGgovuk) would launch this month, with locations in the Midlands, North East, and Yorkshire Anybody heard anything? Genuine question - interested to find out about their model (@AlexGAThomas?)
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Takes some book to get me to work on a Saturday, 7.30am, when I've got Covid... Recommend @CormacRussell #RekindlingDemocracy Inspiring me to think through the corners and implications of deprioritising the market in favour of citizen space.
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“Recovery from a societal ‘shock’ should not mean returning to a pre-existing state.” What can we learn from the West Midlands' approach to recovering from COVID-19? 📑Read the new Viewpoint in Town Planning Review: liverpooluniversitypress.co.…
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Our take on #LevellingUp: Good on inequality & a sound analysis of the need for stronger social & institutional capital. But to deliver a real ‘revolution in local democracy’, it needs a much greater role for the public in decision-making! involve.org.uk/resources/blo…
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We’re playing a leading role in the city becoming carbon neutral by 2030, putting carbon reduction at the heart of council services – making social homes more energy efficient, making it easier and safer for people to walk and cycle, developing green jobs and skills.
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Community Green Grants are now live! We've made funding available to enable our communities to create projects that will help tackle green deprivation. Read more here: orlo.uk/YbYDn @CRTWestMidlands @HoECF
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Today, world leaders come together to set out ambitious action towards securing global net zero. We work with communities across the UK who are able to agree on ambitious recommendations to achieve the change we need. We hope world leaders can do the same today. @COP26 #COP26
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This is also a great opportunity for businesses in our region to understand the financial case for sustainability and to discover alternative business methods that support the net zero agenda. #WMGreenRevolution #TogetherForOurPlanet
GreaterBhamChambers@GrBhamChambers1 Nov 2021
Join this once a year Summit to acquire the know-how for building a more environmentally sustainable and resilient business! Speakers include: @andy4wm @HFarag_Bham @JoannaGilroy @BimAfolami Emma Head from @HS2ltd and more! bit.ly/3Gxv5o7 #SBS21 #NetZero #COP26
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.@edcox_devo says “It’s the mayors and city leaders leading on green infrastructure.” #COP26 #COP26InnovationHub #SystemsChangeNow
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At PMQs both PM and Leader of Opposition called to speed up Online Harms legislation process. This Bill will need a LOT of scrutiny. We @Involve think deliberative and/or participatory processes must be part of that - here's why. THREAD (1/6)
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Early snippets of work of @Involve's hugely exciting Democracy in the UK Assembly, which we are delivering with @ConUnit_UCL ...Members grappling effectively with complexity, showing that democracy "is not, and should not be, an esoteric subject limited to a select few."
UCL Constitution Unit@ConUnit_UCL26 Oct 2021
ON THE BLOG: Implementing the Citizens’ Assembly on Democracy in the UK @cleaver_james describes the principles that have shaped design of the Citizens’ Assembly on Democracy in the UK, the third weekend of which has just concluded. constitution-unit.com/2021/1…
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Dreaming of starting your own book club, drumming circle or crafting group? Hire a community space here at Inspire! We're in the heart of #Levenshulme, close to local transport links and with a choice of affordable spaces to hire. Book online here: lev-inspire.org.uk/room-hire…
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But you don’t have to be in Scotland to see what we are up to, as our regional COP26 roadshow takes place in Wolverhampton on November 11. Sign up here 👇🏻 eventbrite.co.uk/e/cop26-reg…
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I’m excited to head up to Glasgow after my isolation ends to showcase the West Mids’ green credentials on the global stage at COP26. From unique energy storage solutions to the electrification of the automotive industry, the WM has a key role to play in the net zero challenge.
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Only a few days to apply for a couple of brilliant jobs at Inspire! We're looking for a dream team of Café Manager and Chef to run our wonderful, inclusive community café when we reopen. Details for each role and apply here before 23rd Aug: buff.ly/3xSJJ3L
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Can you turn surplus food from @FareShareGtrM into tasty, affordable dishes for our much-loved community cafe? Apply for our part-time chef position 👇
Levenshulme Inspire@levinspire3 Aug 2021
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Job vacancy: Chef (PT) - we're looking for a creative and resourceful chef to support our Cafe Manager and produce high quality, nutritious and great value food and drink - including working with ingredients from @FareShareGtrM. Apply by 23rd August: lev-inspire.org.uk/inspire-i…
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Job vacancy: Chef (PT) - we're looking for a creative and resourceful chef to support our Cafe Manager and produce high quality, nutritious and great value food and drink - including working with ingredients from @FareShareGtrM. Apply by 23rd August: lev-inspire.org.uk/inspire-i…
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Jobs at Inspire! We need great people on board as we prepare to reopen our much-loved #Levenshulme community hub. Take a look: Café Manager (FT) - lead a growing social enterprise cafe, develop our food offer + identify new catering opportunities. Apply: buff.ly/3jkV9bg
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Today is the day – the International #NetZeroLocal Leadership Conference starts at 13:30 ⏰🌍 There’s still time to register, so don’t miss out: orlo.uk/6E0Pj @UK100_ #TogetherForOurPlanet #WM2041 #UK100
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