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FINANCE
The basics matter
By Iain Murray | 02 June 2025
Iain Murray says: 'Finalising the accounts, meeting reporting requirements and maintaining a grip...
FINANCE
A smart approach to public sector spending
By Jeff Matsu | 14 May 2025
Jeffrey Matsu says two case studies show that value for money frameworks when used correctly resu...
FINANCE
Reasons to cheer – but the work isn't finished
By Jason Lowther | 13 May 2025
Jason Lowther says the new Government has got off to a promising start on rectifying the many cri...
REORGANISATION
Reforming and transforming
By Heather Jameson | 24 April 2025
As councils rush towards reorganisation, what are the lessons from past redesigns? Heather Jameso...
FINANCE
Implementing value for money frameworks isn't just about box-ticking
By Iain Murray | 15 April 2025
By sharing insights and striving to adopt more effective VfM frameworks, finance teams can help r...
FINANCE
Policy action needed to solve financial challenges
By Martin Ford | 08 April 2025
Radical short-term fixes followed by changes in policy are required to shore-up local government ...
FINANCE
Government to set out SEND deficit plans
By Martin Ford | 03 April 2025
The Government is to set out how it will tackle the £6bn special educational needs and disabiliti...
FINANCE
Spring Statement: From panic mode to planning mode
By Iain Murray | 28 March 2025
Looking ahead to the Spending Review, this is a moment to embrace meaningful reform that addresse...
FINANCE
Somerset could be in need of exceptional financial support
By Emily Twinch | 25 March 2025
Somerset Council has been found to have 45 ‘key risks’ that mean it may need exceptional financia...
FINANCE
Government green lights Plymouth financial support
By Martin Ford | 25 March 2025
The Government has greenlighted Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) worth £72m for Plymouth City ...
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- Council backlash over asylum reforms
- Local government leaders must connect the council financial crisis to lived experience
- EXCLUSIVE: LGA reduces transparency of key meeting
- Commissioner threatens legal action after censure
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Corporate Director of Resources (Section 151 Officer)
£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation
Shape the financial future of England’s largest council. Lead with purpose. Deliver with impact Apply for this job
Director of Place
£95,202-£104,722 per annum
West Oxfordshire District Council is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Director of Place Apply for this job
Registered Manager - Children's Home - WMF2725e
£51,356 - £52,413
This post is a crucial leadership role within the exciting new Westmorland and Furness children’s home service area. Apply for this job
- Council backlash over asylum reforms
- Local government leaders must connect the council financial crisis to lived experience
- EXCLUSIVE: LGA reduces transparency of key meeting
- Commissioner threatens legal action after censure
- Exclusive: Councils must be made an equal partner in designing a national care system, says Casey
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