A high-level conference on the planned new unitary councils, two-tier pathfinders and the future for two-tier shire areas is to take place in London on 4 December. Organised by The MJ and Neil Stewart Associates, the conference will look at the practical arrangements and timetable for setting up the new unitaries and two-tier pathfinders, with input from both county and district leaders. Details at www.neilstewartassociates.com/sa243 or from laura.brownlee@neilstewartassociates.co.uk
