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The public servant defender
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President Obama has it right, and it's a message that all governments should take to heart: government employees deserve to...
Hoping for the best, preparing for the worst
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A report released by RBC tells us that the fears of a doom and gloom austerity federal budget are overblown.
Advisory committee plays it safe
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Quote of the week “…these changes (must) be grounded in the ensuring values of the Public Service.” — PM Advisory...
The burden of debt
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One area where there was virtually no discussion from any of the federal parties during the election campaign was the...
The sweet spot of service delivery
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It's no secret that service delivery is a concern of governments: the U.K. Big Society reforms focus on changing how...
A conversation on health care
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Not too long ago, Canadians were challenged by their political leaders to discuss the future of their country.
Challenges for the communications function
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If there is one area of government that continues to change rapidly it is the communications function.
Wicked problems in a turbulent climate
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It is becoming apparent that we are entering a new phase in the constantly evolving political environment in Canada.
UK shared services still searching for value
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Quote of the week “Departments have invested significant cost and effort in implementing shared services.” — UK National Audit Office...
Lesson from Own the Podium
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Most Canadians were glued to their televisions on February 28 when Canada triumphed in the gold medal hockey game against...