Take up of a government invitation to councils to join the business rates retention pooling scheme in 2026-27 is expected to be low.
The District Councils’ Network (DCN) has joined inner London boroughs in sounding the alarm over ...
The fair funding review 2.0 has landed, but will it put the whole of a beleaguered sector onto a ...
Local authorities will be forced to make ‘deep cuts to important services’ if the Government push...
The special economic zones model is still too centralised, and government must loosen its grip if...
An end to ‘public shaming’ of councils has helped stem the tide of section 114s, local government...
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA), the body responsible for setting council tax and business rate...
Councils in England will receive a share of £2bn additional funding next year under the provision...
The Government has been urged to divert NHS funding to ease pressure on local government.
The policy statement is a welcome first step in resetting the relationship between funding and ne...
‘Drastic action’ from the Government is required to shore-up councils’ finances amid multiple cri...
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Elmbridge is a vibrant borough, celebrated for its green spaces, bustling high streets and welcoming villages. Apply for this job
We are now seeking a Director of Finance and Deputy Section 151 Officer to play a pivotal role Apply for this job