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The new series of Norse podcasts
In this series, we address the key issues facing local government and the business world.
We discuss, challenge and interrogate, seeking expert opinion.
Our podcasts feature a range of guests from the public and private sectors, sharing their knowledge and opinions.
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S01 E06
‘Waste Services; will the challenges facing local authorities lead to the end of outsourcing?’
In his latest podcast, Norse Group CEO Justin Galliford is joined by Corin Williams, Editor of Materials Recycling World, to contemplate the challenges and options facing councils involved in waste collection and environmental services.
Run time: 31 minutes
Filesize: 21MB
Release Date: 13/07/23
S01 E05
‘Can councils can keep their communities happy in an ever-changing landscape?’
Justin Galliford meets with MJ Editorial Director Mike Burton to discuss whether councils can keep their communities happy in an ever-changing landscape and in the face of ongoing challenges.
Run time: 41 minutes
Filesize: 491MB
Release Date: 24/05/23
S01 E04
‘The crucial role of highways in the wider economy’
Justin Galliford talks with Dom Browne, Editor of Highways Magazine, about the crucial and diverse role highways play in all areas of the wider economy, from their role in the movement in goods, services and people, and the wider role they play in developing a sense of place, forming the fabric of our towns and cities.
Run time: 44 minutes
Filesize: 759MB
Release Date: 03/03/23
S01 E03
‘NorseCare – a new model for local authority care homes’
Justin Galliford talks with Norse’s Director of Care, Paul Gilligan, about how Norse has developed its turnkey care homes model, improving care standards, and helping the NHS with the bed availability crisis
Run time: 29 minutes
Filesize: 402MB
Release Date: 06/06/23
S01 E02
‘Can local authorities survive the hard times ahead’
Justin Galliford is joined by Lord Porter of Spalding, the Leader of South Holland District Council and a former Chairman of the Local Government Association, to discuss whether local authorities have the resources to survive the hard times ahead.
Run time: 40 minutes
Filesize: 666MB
Release Date: 23/12/22
This Season’s Speakers
Justin Galliford (Host)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Norse Group Limited
Dr Andy Wood OBE
Chair of the Board
Norse Group Limited
Lord Gary Porter CBE
Independent Non-Exec Director
Norse Group Limited
Paul Gilligan
Director of Care
Norse Group Limited
Dom Browne
Editor
Highways Magazine
Corin Williams
Editor
Materials Recycling World
Daniella Barrow (Host)
Senior Director
Norse Consulting
Jonathan Stephenson
Chief Executive
Brentwood & Rochford District Councils