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Call to bolster powers of strategic authorities
By Martin Ford | 29 January 2026
Strategic authorities require more freedoms and capacity to drive growth and reform, a think-tank has urged.
Government plans for rent convergence fall short of sector demands
By Paul Marinko | 30 January 2026
The Government has failed to meet sector demands on rent convergence, despite the financial pressures on housing costs facing councils.
Worcester names preferred managing director candidate
By Paul Marinko | 29 January 2026
Worcester City Council has named Lloyd Griffiths, currently the authority's corporate director for operations, homes and communities, as its preferred candidate for the role of managing director.
Reed postpones Pendle's elections
By Paul Marinko | 30 January 2026
Steve Reed has added Pendle BC to the list of councils which will postpone elections this year.
Government plans for rent convergence fall short of sector demands
By Paul Marinko | 30 January 2026
The Government has failed to meet sector demands on rent convergence, despite the financial press...
Call to bolster powers of strategic authorities
By Martin Ford | 29 January 2026
Strategic authorities require more freedoms and capacity to drive growth and reform, a think-tank...
Worcester names preferred managing director candidate
By Paul Marinko | 29 January 2026
Worcester City Council has named Lloyd Griffiths, currently the authority's corporate director fo...
£2.8bn wages hike looms amid unions pay demands
By EXCLUSIVE by Martin Ford | 29 January 2026
Local government’s wage bill would have to surge by £2.8bn to meet the demands laid down in union...
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You will join a values-driven senior leadership team, providing visible and responsive leadership. Apply for this job
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