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FINANCE
Reset or risk for SEND?
By William Burns | 05 March 2026
The Government’s long-awaited White Paper on major reforms to England’s SEND system is committed to significant intervention, pledging not only to fix this issue, but also to close attainment gaps,...
FINANCE
For councils, the coming months and years will require steady leadership
By Iain Murray | 04 March 2026
Structural reform is needed to return the sector to something resembling financial resilience, sa...
POLICY AND POLITICS
Councils need consistency and clarity from government
By Jonathan Carr-West | 25 February 2026
As councils grapple with a host of reforms announced by central government, Jonathan Carr-West pl...
SEND
Government announces £4bn SEND overhaul
By Joe Lepper | 23 February 2026
A £4bn ‘generational’ overhaul of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support has b...
SEND
We need an ambitious and genuinely sustainable package of SEND reform
By Rachael Wardell | 18 February 2026
The Government’s decision to take on the bulk of Dedicated Schools Grant deficits provides vital ...
FINANCE
Financial reform cannot wait
By Owen Mapley | 18 February 2026
Owen Mapley says the finance settlement provides breathing space for many authorities – but this...
FINANCE
Many district councils will see a cash cut
By James Hood | 16 February 2026
On average district councils face real terms funding reductions at a time of rising demand, and ...
FINANCE
The recovery continues
By Cllr Sir Stephen Houghton | 16 February 2026
Cllr Sir Stephen Houghton says the local government finance settlement is key to delivering faire...
SEND
SEND spending surges by more than £5bn
By Izzy Lepone | 12 February 2026
Council spending on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has surged by more than £5b...
FINANCE
The centre must tackle the challenges still faced by counties and unitaries
By Cllr Matthew Hicks | 12 February 2026
The Government’s decision to pay the bulk of SEND deficits is a relief, but sensible decisions on...
FINANCE
Balancing optimism and realism in Wokingham
By Susan Parsonage | 10 February 2026
Susan Parsonage looks at how the revised financial settlement will impact local authorities such ...
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Director of Adult Social Services
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Blackpool is a town with pride, ambition and a powerful sense of place. Apply for this job
Head of Service, Quality & Performance
£77,833 - £85,119 per annum
We’re looking for leaders who are collaborative, innovative and committed to improving outcomes for Lancashire’s residents. Apply for this job
Head of Service, Operations
£77,833 - £85,119 per annum
We’re looking for leaders who are collaborative, innovative and committed to improving outcomes for Lancashire’s residents. Apply for this job
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