Strategic authority 'needs to be bigger than Surrey'
By Dan Peters | 02 July 2025
Surrey should be part of a strategic authority on a geography wider than the county, according to some sector figures.
LGA demands ministerial forum on health
By Martin Ford | 01 July 2025
The Local Government Association (LGA) has demanded a greater voice for councils in reforming the NHS.
Still a vital voice for the sector
By Heather Jameson | 02 July 2025
As members met for its annual conference this week, the Local Government Association have a cascade of issues to resolve including the emergence of mayors, the ramifications of Reform and the impact of reorganisation. Heather Jameson reports.
London funding boost 'politically indefensible'
By Martin Ford | 02 July 2025
Any funding reform that resulted in more money going to London boroughs would be ‘politically ind...
Unison rejects employer's pay offer, The MJ understands
By Ann McGauran | 02 July 2025
Unison has rejected the employer’s 3.2% pay offer by a large majority but on low turnout, The MJ ...
Rayner announces plan to build 180,000 new social homes
By William Eichler | 02 July 2025
The Government has announced plans to build 180,000 new social homes by 2035 as part of the effor...
Reform doubles down in 'blob' row
By Martin Ford | 02 July 2025
Reform UK has doubled down on its description of council officers as a ‘blob’ at the Local Govern...
Government set to reveal targets for performance
By Heather Jameson | 02 July 2025
Plans for a fresh regime of local government targets are expected to be announced by deputy prime...
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