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Government advisers press for funding overhaul

By Martin Ford | 22 September 2021

The body charged with advising ministers on infrastructure has said competitive funding pots shou...

Levelling up 'must start with councils'

By Martin Ford | 21 September 2021

A panel of experts has agreed council funding is key to addressing regional inequalities.

Commission calls for shift of focus in levelling up

By Martin Ford | 20 September 2021

The Commission into Prosperity and Community Placemaking has concluded investment should be made ...

Council to adopt cabinet system to aid devo bid

By Martin Ford | 20 September 2021

Nottinghamshire expected to abandon the committee system it took on for decision making in 2012.

Sheffield budget overspends 'not sustainable'

By Martin Ford | 20 September 2021

Members told financial support from the Government is needed as the authority heads for a £43m ov...

Plymouth named local authority of the year at MJ Achievement Awards

By Martin Ford | 17 September 2021

The council took home the top gong at glittering ceremony.

Increase workers' pay to improve care

By Martin Ford | 16 September 2021

Pay rises for adult social care workers can support local economies, boost recruitment and retent...

Councils prepare for legal battle with Home Office

By Martin Ford | 14 September 2021

Seven authorities have launched proceedings against the Home Office over the asylum dispersal sch...

Councils handed deadline for Afghan resettlement offers

By Martin Ford | 14 September 2021

Ministers have asked every council in the UK to come forward with offers of support for the Afgha...

Councils ask for national support on climate change

By Martin Ford | 14 September 2021

Councils have said they stand ready to take action to reduce carbon emissions, but require action...