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Heather Jameson

Heather Jameson

Heather Jameson is editor of The MJ, the leading weekly local government title for chief executives and senior managers, and of www.TheMJ.co.uk. She is a regular speaker at both local government events and is co-host of the podcast Our World is Local. Heather was a member of the Councillors’ Commission, chaired by Professor Colin Copus of De Montfort University, and is a passionate advocate of local government.

Articles by Heather Jameson

Hard times, but not a completely spent force

By Heather Jameson | 27 June 2012

There is one major issue occupying the thoughts of councils across the country – budgets, says He...

Parsons quits the LGA

By Heather Jameson | 27 June 2012

Beleagured Leicestershire CC leader David Parsons has quit his role as cabinet member for the eni...

Back from the brink

By Heather Jameson | 25 June 2012

Heather Jameson reports on how the fortunes of the LGA have turned around since Carolyn Downs bec...

Could new standards regime be found guilty?

By Heather Jameson | 21 June 2012

Whitehall's removal of effective sanctions to punish errant councillors is a farce, says MJ edito...

MJ Future Forum: Hold on tight... we're in for a very rough ride

By Heather Jameson | 15 June 2012

Heather Jameson explains what the key message was at The MJ Future Forum held in Warwickshire.

Historic York looks to the future

By Heather Jameson | 07 June 2012

James Alexander leads York as it celebrates 800 years of independence. He tells Heather Jameson a...

Southwark escapes blaze charges

By Heather Jameson | 01 June 2012

The London Borough of Southwark has escaped manslaughter charges over a fire in one of its tower ...

No light at the end of funding tunnel?

By Heather Jameson | 30 May 2012

Heather Jameson asks if hope exists for council finances amid the endless talk of doom and gloom.

No win, no fee savings

By Heather Jameson | 30 May 2012

Heather Jameson reports on how chairman of the South East RIEP, Paul Bettison, took the decision ...

Fears for stability of councils haunt chiefs

By Heather Jameson | 30 May 2012

A survey by consultancy firm PWC reveals council chief executives and leaders are worried about t...