State of Sheffield 2015 Andi Walshaw Gordon Dabinett Adapting to Change

Update 1.Timetable 2.Content 3.Launch

1. Timetable First Draft and Board Comments – December 2014 Board approval – 14 January 2015 Launch event – 27 February 2015

2. Gaps… filled Amended structure Redesigned headlines section Content on devolution, financial vulnerability and welfare reform Way Ahead

Structure Sheffield Headlines The City of Sheffield in a Changing Context - What sort of city is Sheffield, in the context of an increase in urban living across the world? - What, if anything, is distinctive or unique about Sheffield in the context of increased attention being given to cities as important drivers of growth in the UK? Sheffield as a Fair and Resilient City - Can Sheffield provide a variety of opportunities for living and working, when cities are often also places characterised by severe inequalities and the potential for individual and collective crises?

Devolution A further stage of an ongoing movement towards greater devolution to SCR. The deal will lead to continuing negotiations with Government to devolve powers over economic growth and public service reform to SCR. Current deal concerns: – Housing and public assets – Skills and employment – Business growth – Transport

Welfare Reform

Impact of Welfare reforms geographically across the city

Way Ahead Redefining an international position Collaborations in a wider geographical context Devolved responsibilities to respond to local demands Challenges and threats to becoming a fairer city

3. Launch Public lecture – February 27 th Press briefing – before the public lecture Printed copies of the report Improved online content Improved use of social media for launch

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