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FINANCE

How will Brexit affect local economies?

By Michael Burton | 21 June 2017

As the Government begins the tortuous negotiations for Brexit, local authorities are concerned ab...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Lower-tier councils pull out of Sheffield devolution deal

By Dan Peters | 14 June 2017

Bassetlaw DC has become the second lower-tier council to back away from participation in the Shef...

FINANCE

Counties can impact the next administration's agenda

By James Maker | 14 June 2017

There is a growing disquiet as to whether business rate retention offers the solutions to local g...

FINANCE

More business rates lead to Reading making £1m reserves raid

By Dan Peters | 14 June 2017

Reading BC has been forced to raid its reserves by an extra £1m after collecting more business ra...

SOCIAL CARE

A bulging in-tray awaits the communities secretary next week

By Michael Burton | 06 June 2017

From community cohesion to business rates, devolution and adult social care, whoever walks into M...

FINANCE

Councils face huge refund woes after Virgin billing U-turn

By Dan Peters | 06 June 2017

Virgin Media has backtracked on a proposed deal that would have led to it withdrawing its attempt...

BUSINESS RATES

'Give firms accurate bills,' authorities told

By Mark Conrad | 06 June 2017

Ministers should ensure all firms that qualify for local business rates support receive help with...

FINANCE

Academies put authorities under financial pressure

By Dan Peters | 30 May 2017

The increasing number of academies and free schools is forcing councils to put money aside in cas...

WHITEHALL

Fears raised over care cap

By Mark Conrad | 30 May 2017

IFS questions viability of Tory plans limiting individual care costs.

FINANCE

Where will the money fall in the future?

By Norma Atlay | 24 May 2017

Norma Atlay asks the important questions about a fast-changing local government finance system.

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frederica-diamanta

Principal Building Control Surveyor (Eden) - WMF2431e

£51,356 - £52,413

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and technically skilled Principal Building Control Surveyor Apply for this job

Westmorland and Furness Council

Principal Building Control Surveyor (Kendal) - WMF2430e

£51,356 - £52,413

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and technically skilled Principal Building Control Surveyor Apply for this job

Westmorland and Furness Council

Service Director – Children’s Social Care and Early Help

up to £115,017

If you’re passionate about creating brighter futures and improving outcomes for children and young people, this is your opportunity... Apply for this job

Gateshead Council