Fit for Purpose

Adam Carson, Managing Director of South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, discusses initiatives to help people get out of the hospital more quickly. The focus is on the Home First agenda, recognising that hospital isn't always the best environment for recovery. Carson highlights the frailty service, which triages elderly patients and provides subacute intervention before they

In this episode, Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader of Essex County Council, discusses the progress made in Essex on the levelling up agenda. She highlights initiatives focused on literacy and numeracy, community supermarkets, digital access, skills development, and childcare. McKinlay emphasises the importance of collaboration with businesses and other partners to drive change and sp

The Wise group, with a history spanning over four decades, was birthed amidst the backdrop of 1983 Glasgow, a city grappling with the dual challenges of staggering unemployment and poor housing. The group's inception was an act of social innovation, spearheaded by the visionary Alan Sinclair and his diligent team, who sought to empower the unemployed with practical skills, whil

Dr. Penny Haughan, an esteemed figure in the educational landscape of Liverpool, is intrinsically connected to the city’s rich tapestry of history and progress. As a proponent of social equity and opportunity, her philosophy is shaped by the foundational ethos of the institution she represents. With roots extending back 180 years, Liverpool Hope, which began as an early teacher

Judy Keir has been a driving force behind the cultural and ethical backbone of SMS for over four years. Her career with the company began with the significant responsibility of directing human resources, but within two years, Judy's got the role of Chief People Officer, an expansive position that sees her overseeing not just HR but also the company's ESG (Environmental, So

In this episode, we will explore Aldermore's groundbreaking approach to financing. which offers a lifeline to individuals and businesses typically ignored by mainstream lenders. Steven Cooper CBE will share with us the emphatic strides Aldermore is making in transitioning towards a more sustainable future, focusing on not just the quality of vehicles and the ever-crucial EV in

Justine Greening sits down with the passionate and inspiring Professor Eunice Simmons, Vice Chancellor of the University of Chester. They delve into Eunice's impressive career, the University's innovative "citizen student" strategy, and the essential work being done to enhance social mobility, diversity, and fairness of access in and beyond the campus. They discu

We've seen a turbulent week with strategic resignations on either side, and an unexpected comeback by David Cameron as Foreign Secretary. And for the Labour Party? They might just be dealing with the greatest split yet, thanks to an issue far from British soil - the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-for-purpose/mess

In this episode of Fit For Purpose, our host, Justine Greening, sits down with Lisa Dolan, the vice president of people operations and employee experience for the UK Group of Teleperformance, a global digital business services company. In this insightful conversation, Lisa shares her journey from struggling in school to finding her passion in employee engagement at Teleperformance.

In today's episode, our host, Justine Greening, sits down with Professor James Knowles, the Vice Chancellor of Solent University. Solent University is a unique institution that combines a rich history dating back to the 1850s with a modern approach to education. Known for its maritime specialty and its ability to adapt to the changing needs of industries, Solent University pla