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Michael Burton

Michael Burton

Michael Burton is editorial director of The MJ

Articles by Michael Burton

What does the reshuffle mean for local government?

By Michael Burton | 01 August 2014

What does the ministerial reshuffle and the departure of Sir Bob Kerslake mean for local governme...

Wasted spaces campaign takes on the NIMBYs

By Michael Burton | 01 August 2014

The CPRE this week launched an online campaign to ‘help us spot the wasted spaces where you live'.

Search for Whitehall chief executive launched

By Michael Burton | 29 July 2014

The Government has launched its search for a Whitehall chief executive to spearhead reform.

Labour funding scheme to 'boost housebuilding'

By Michael Burton | 28 July 2014

Shadow housing minister Emma Reynolds is today announcing Labour’s plans to boost housing through...

Public sector net borrowing down £9.3bn

By Michael Burton | 22 July 2014

Public sector net borrowing was down by £9.3bn in the financial year 2013/14 compared to the prev...

Former council director gets Whitehall role

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

A new chairman has been appointed to the Public Works Loan Board (PWLB).

Penna picks up awards

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

Penna, the HR services group, has been ranked as one of the top providers of interim managers by ...

Lyons hired as council director

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

Horsham DC has appointed Chris Lyons as director of planning, economic development and property.

On track for regeneration

By Michael Burton | 17 July 2014

Back in 1987, the then prime minister Margaret Thatcher, was famously photographed standing on th...

Austerity is part of local government's DNA

By Michael Burton | 17 July 2014

After a fortnight on the conference circuit, I have come to two main conclusions.