Alex Hurrell’s Post

In our latest article, UK Head of Evaluation Alex Hurrell highlights the crucial role of evaluation in ensuring Value for Money in public spending. He explores: - Why delivering Value for Money requires robust impact evaluation evidence. - How to ensure a Value for Money focus in the forthcoming UK Government Spending Review. - A systematic approach to ensuring a Value for Money focus across the policy lifecycle. - A new approach to Value for Money evaluation. Read more about the approach and access the 2024 guide to Evaluation of Value for Money: https://lnkd.in/eA2QQAfp #Verian #PoweringDecisions #ValueForMoney #Evaluation

The industry has made strong inroads to becoming a profession and there are several regulatory changes overlooked by the DBFO that could be made to better recognise this progress. Ahead of the inaugural Professional Planner Advice Policy Summit, and an impending election, the profession has the chance to put those initiatives back on the agenda. Eugene Ardino Sarah Abood Lifespan Financial Planning Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) #regulation #dbfo #cpd #FAAA #FASEA #aps #financialadvisers #financialplanning #financialservices

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TBDSSAB's 2025 operating and capital budgets were approved by the Board of Directors at its December 19, 2024 meeting. The 2025 operating budget totals $132,680,800 and represents an increase of 9.9% from 2024. Much of the increase for 2025 is related to funding increases through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care program (CWELCC). The proposed 2025 Capital Budget totals $3,165,000. “We are grateful to have a Board that sees the big picture and considers the real-world impacts of budget decisions on the people we serve. We look forward to making progress on 2025 objectives knowing we have the support of our Board behind us.” - Ken Ranta, CEO Read the full media release for details, and to download this year's 'What We Fund' budget explainer: https://lnkd.in/gteWMYfE

From regional ‘deficit belts’ to the challenges of inconsistent reporting, Jack Shaw and Andy Pike share their recent analysis of 317 council financial strategies. 📊 The findings reveal the scale of local government distress and make the case for an urgent overhaul of the funding system. #localgov #councils #funding #resources #s114 #budgets #SEND #tempaccom Read the article through the link below: https://lnkd.in/ecqHF3kP

Prioritising budget allocation is crucial, especially in tough financial times. Investing in professional development with AHEP isn't just an expense—it's a strategic move 👉🏾 https://ow.ly/mt3350RzbSJ #ProfessionalDevelopment #InvestInYourTeam #AHEPCommunity

Prioritising budget allocation is crucial, especially in tough financial times. Investing in professional development with AHEP isn't just an expense—it's a strategic move 👉🏾 https://ow.ly/mt3350RzbSJ #ProfessionalDevelopment #InvestInYourTeam #AHEPCommunity

As we plan to attend the public Sector hearing for FY2025/26 and the medium term Budget, happening at KICC from 20th-22nd November 2024,let us remember that; Lack of accountability and monitoring in how funds are used can lead to poor budgeting decisions. Without proper oversight, funds may be misallocated, spent inefficiently, or even embezzled, leading to inaccurate budget projections and deficits. This can result in crucial sectors like health, education, and infrastructure being underfunded, while other areas may be overfunded or mismanaged. Ultimately, the government's inability to track and control expenditures undermines financial planning, disrupts long-term economic stability, and reduces public trust in the budgeting process. let us show up and share our concerns and what we think should be included in the budget.

Proposed changes to the capital gains inclusion rate, LCGE and more...

In the Q&A section of the latest Scotsman Money supplement Ross Leckridge, Chartered Financial Planner with Aberdein Considine wealth management operation, explains how you can make the most of your redundancy pay. He says: “Making financial decisions during a period of change can have a long-lasting effect on your future, so don’t do anything hasty…Firstly, understand your redundancy package.” Get in touch if you have a finance question you would like answered: [email protected] https://lnkd.in/eRi3kg6T