Summary: This week we take inspiration from the World Cup and take an international view on participatory local democracy. We hear about pushing back against political disengagement in Australia from John Hennessey at the Municipal Association of Victoria; about the urgent need to invest in our democratic institutions from University of Edinburgh lecturer Oliver Escobar; and the New Zealand government's plans for wellbeing. Plus the regular roundup of Daily News and LGiU briefings, including a review of public service mutuals, the impact of the heatwave and a national CO2 shortage. Hosted by Ingrid Koehler and Jennifer Glover. https://www.lgiu.org.uk/2018/06/29/lgiu-fortnightly-29th-june-participatory-democracy-lessons-from-elsewhere/
