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Unitary set to appoint finance chief

By Martin Ford | 06 May 2026

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) is set to extend Matthew Filmer’s secondment as...

LGA fails to restore collective bargaining for coroner pay

By Martin Ford | 05 May 2026

The Local Government Association (LGA) has been unable to reestablish collective bargaining to ag...

Legal threat over council reorganisation in Hampshire

By Martin Ford | 01 May 2026

The Government could face a legal challenge to reorganisation plans for Hampshire.

Unitary announces chief executive

By Martin Ford | 01 May 2026

Shropshire Council has announced of Tanya Miles as its permanent chief executive.

EXCLUSIVE: 'Illegal' deal to end Birmingham strike risks £200m equal pay bill

By Martin Ford | 30 April 2026

Birmingham City Council could open itself up to equal pay liabilities worth £200m if a proposed d...

Children's service reforms lack 'foundations for success'

By Martin Ford | 30 April 2026

The Government must go further to fix children’s social care market, a think-tank has urged.

Director to stand down after 40 years' service

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2026

Manchester City Council’s director of culture and creative industries, Dave Moutrey, is to stand ...

CIPFA to consult on financial management codes

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2026

The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is to consult on the rules gove...

Hampshire and Solent Combined Authority names interim chief

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2026

Ruth Adams has been appointed interim chief executive of the Hampshire and the Solent Combined Co...

Ministers back down on forced mayors in devolution Bill

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2026

Ministers have backed down after seeking powers to impose strategic authorities or mayors on area...