The hottest Public Sector Substack posts right now

Austerity can amplify private sector failure by cutting government spending, according to the debate
The financial crash of 2008 was caused by the deregulation of the financial system and unsustainability of credit
Political choices and economic theories influenced austerity measures and impacted economic growth

Public sector is facing a major staffing crisis
There is a growing shortage of qualified professionals in key sectors like education and healthcare
Solutions require addressing issues like better pay, revised reward packages, and enhanced flexibility

Social media has become politically impactful and is no longer considered just a form of entertainment.
There is a growing need for a reliable government-provided social media platform as private platforms face challenges.
Despite interest and potential feasibility, there is still no government-provided social media platform, sparking questions about its absence.

Julie Timm, CEO of Sound Transit, emphasizes the importance of regional equity and building new services for all riders.
Strong partnerships between different agencies in Seattle improve transit connectivity and service access.
Ensuring fair, living wages for transit workers is vital for maintaining reliable service and increasing ridership.

In 2020, more deposits went to private banks in India than Public Sector Banks for the first time.
The bad loan crisis in Indian banks was tackled through measures like Asset Quality Review and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
Indian public sector banks need to focus on technology and adapt to changing consumer demands to compete with private banks in terms of market share.

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Investing in external consultancies or centralised and proprietary systems weakens the capacity of public agents and citizens, hindering influence over tools.
Investing in open source technologies empowers the public sector to control their tools, collaborate with other actors, and amplify tech capabilities.
To challenge monopolies, investing in new open standards or supporting smaller startups developing open alternatives can foster innovation and competition.