Steve Atkinson
Economic growth will remain a priority
The Cabinet reshuffle has been completed and it would be nice to think that the approach to planning might change.
District View by Steve Atkinson
Hinckley and Bosworth BC chief on what's at stake for districts in managing the risks and rewards of regeneration.
Working towards effective delivery
Whitehall must develop a formula that identifies individual agencies' contribution to efficiencies across the board, Steve Atkinson says.
The strong drive towards collaborative commissioning,
There are major opportunities for districts and PCCs to work together to deliver better overall outcomes for local communities, says Steve Atkinson.
Local government's role in improving public health
Steve Atkinson welcomes the return of the traditional role of local government in the delivery of public health improvement.
The increase of an ageing population
Steve Atkinson explains how the impact of an ageing population raises implications for health and care services.
The planning function within district councils
The planning function is a thankless, but increasingly-important, task within district councils says Steve Atkinson.
The aims of the consultation paper on Probation Services
District councils are best placed to to support the local delivery of probation services, according to Steve Atkinson.
The unveiling of the NPPF
On balance the National Planning Policy Framework was worth the wait,according to Steve Atkinson.
Crime and community safety
Steve Atkinson says directly elected police commissioners will be an opportunity for district councils.
More work needed on planning policy
Steve Atkinson welcomes the new national planning policy framework with some reservations.
Setting an agenda for the districts
District councils have a vital role to play in vibrant communities, says Steve Atkinson.