PS I ❤️ You Unplugged: Collective Voice in Policy and Lobbying

In this episode of the Regional Employers Collective PS I ❤️ You Unplugged podcast series, and as part of the English Regions Collaborative, Rebecca Davis, Chief Executive at West Midlands Employers, is joined by Gillian Bishop, Chief Executive at North West Employers, Stuart Young, Executive Director at East Midlands Councils, and Kelly-Anne Phillips, Director of Policy and Internal Services at South West Councils. Together they explore how regional organisations support councils through policy, lobbying and consultation work, helping regions speak with a stronger collective voice. The conversation highlights the role these organisations play as trusted advocates between local government and national stakeholders, bringing together insight from across regions to shape policy and influence decision making. For chief executives and national partners, this episode offers valuable insight into how regional collaboration strengthens influence, aligns priorities and ensures local government perspectives are heard at a national level. Subscribe to follow the Regional Employers Collective PS I ❤️ You podcast series.