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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

Facing down an uncertain future

By Heather Jameson | 12 May 2020

Already cash-strapped following a decade of austerity, councils now face fighting a national cris...

Put localism at the heart of recovery, say city leaders

By Heather Jameson | 11 May 2020

A centralised ‘command and control approach’ to easing lockdown will not work, city leaders have ...

'Too early to tell' if councils need more cash, says Jenrick

By Heather Jameson | 07 May 2020

It is ‘too early to tell’ if councils will need more cash to tackle coronavirus, communities secr...

Malvern Hills and Wychavon confirm new chief

By Heather Jameson | 06 May 2020

Malvern Hills and Wychavon DCs have confirmed Vic Allison will be their new chief executive.

Paying the price for Government's mixed messages

By Heather Jameson | 06 May 2020

In a 'killer blow' Jenrick has issued his caveat, says Heather Jameson. The Government will only ...

Care home deaths 'an appalling loss of life'

By Heather Jameson | 05 May 2020

The latest statistics show there were 6,391 deaths in care homes between 10 April and 1 May.

Scots councils call for coronavirus cash

By Heather Jameson | 05 May 2020

Scottish councils have demanded the UK Government cash to deal with coronavirus must be handed do...

Number 10 puts mayors at the forefront of recovery

By Heather Jameson | 04 May 2020

Mayors should be at the forefront of recovery from the pandemic, Number 10 has said.

Adur and Worthing hire communities director

By Heather Jameson | 01 May 2020

Adur and Worthing Councils have appointed, Dr Catherine Howe, to head their work on improving ser...

Bonds Agency announced two more councils for bonds issue

By Heather Jameson | 30 April 2020

The UK Municipal Bonds Agency has announced Westminster City Council and Barnsley BC will take pa...