Sir Michael Lyons
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Sir Michael Lyons is Professor of Public Policy at Birmingham University. He is currently also employed by the government in the Office of the Prime Minister and is responsible for a review of local government and finance structures [1].
During 2004 he was the chairman of two successful government projects - "Review of Public Sector Relocation" on behalf of the Chancellor and Prime Minister, and "Corporate Governance Commission" on behalf of Cardiff City Council.
He was knighted in January 2000 in recognition of his services to Local Government, having served as Chief Executive of 3 significant local authorities - Birmingham City Council (1994-2001), Nottinghamshire County Council (1990-1994) and Wolverhampton Borough Council (1985-1990).
He is also chairman of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
