Democracy On Your Doorstep

DOYDpodcast

Democracy on Your Doorstep is a podcast exploring the relationship between Scottish local councils and the communities they represent. Each episode focuses on one of Scotland’s 32 authorities as a means of examining the role of local government in people’s lives. We travel to the council and interview residents, journalists, campaigners, academics and elected representatives - their voices tell their story.

Episodes

  1. 27/08/2019

    Democracy On Your Doorstep Episode 2 - South Lanarkshire and Housing

    Episode two concentrates on the national issue of housing through a look at South Lanarkshire and an estate that was split in two - one becoming a co-operative the other remaining with the council. Voices include the leader of South Lanarkshire Council and James Kelly MSP. Read more at doydpodcast.co.uk

    23 min
  2. Democracy On Your Doorstep Episode 1 - North Lanarkshire and Council Budgets

    24/04/2019

    Democracy On Your Doorstep Episode 1 - North Lanarkshire and Council Budgets

    Episode one concentrates on the national issue of council funding through an investigation into North Lanarkshire Council’s 2019/20 budget and two controversial cuts to services in the area. Read more at doydpodcast.co.uk

    12 min
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About

Democracy on Your Doorstep is a podcast exploring the relationship between Scottish local councils and the communities they represent. Each episode focuses on one of Scotland’s 32 authorities as a means of examining the role of local government in people’s lives. We travel to the council and interview residents, journalists, campaigners, academics and elected representatives - their voices tell their story.

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