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POLICY AND POLITICS
Waiting for the next move
By Jonathan Carr-West | 30 October 2024
Dr Jonathan Carr-West looks back on a long and eventful conference season.
FINANCE
The downward blip in CPI is 'not ideal timing'
By By Ian Miller | 25 October 2024
There is a danger the local government settlement will be constructed on an unrealistically low a...
FINANCE
Searching for clarity
By Sir Bob Neill | 24 October 2024
A big week is coming up at Westminster – but what is in it for local government, asks Sir Bob Neill.
LGA CONFERENCE
Back from the brink
By Louise Gittins | 23 October 2024
Louise Gittins says the LGA Conference is a chance to remind the deputy prime minister that it is...
POLITICS
Leaders must be dealers in hope
By Ben Page | 23 October 2024
It is crucial for leaders to articulate a clear and compelling narrative that connects policy out...
LGA CONFERENCE
The state of our nation
By Cllr Marianne Overton | 23 October 2024
A record number of delegates are gathering this week in Harrogate for the Local Government Associ...
HOUSING
Rayner revolution is more crumbs than cake
By Heather Jameson | 23 October 2024
Angela Rayner is reported to be about to get a billion pound boost for social housing in the Budg...
FINANCE
Dozen talk to ministry over exceptional financial support
By Heather Jameson | 23 October 2024
Around a dozen councils are in talks with the Government about Exceptional Financial Support (EFS...
ECONOMIC GROWTH
The ham and eggs approach to growth
By Dr Henry Kippin | 23 October 2024
Last week, the Government produced its Industrial Strategy, but it will need a Budget, devolution...
FINANCE
Survey reveals bailout demand amid bankruptcy fears
By Dan Peters | 22 October 2024
One in four English councils believe they are likely to be forced to apply for a bailout to avoid...
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£90,126 - £98,319
Merton is an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ authority—yet it is our ambition, our humility, and our drive to keep learning that truly define us. Apply for this job
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Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Apply for this job
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Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Apply for this job
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