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LGA stabilises but still faces major challenges
LGA

LGA stabilises but still faces major challenges

By Heather Jameson | 12 August 2026

As devolution and local government reorganisation reshape the sector, the LGA has improved its finances and leadership, says Heather Jameson —but must now prove its value and influence with council...

FISCAL DEVOLUTION

Where is fiscal devo going and what is the agenda for Core Cities?

By Paul Marinko | 25 June 2026

Since the chancellor announced plans for devolved income tax the question appears to have happily...

REGENERATION

Regeneration: Developing devolution

By David Blackman | 13 May 2026

UK plans for fiscal devolution, announced by chancellor Rachel Reeves, could significantly reshap...

FINANCE

Crude reckoning

By David Blackman | 05 May 2026

In the wake of the Iran-US conflict councils could be hit by a surge in inflation, insecurity of ...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Denham criticises Pride in Place

By Dan Peters | 29 April 2026

A former local government secretary under the last Labour Government has criticised the party’s f...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Whitehall looking to collaborate with councils on cohesion

By Dan Peters | 08 April 2026

Whitehall officials have vowed to work with local government on the development and implementatio...

FINANCE

Chancellor to give local leaders control over national taxes

By Paul Marinko | 17 March 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has promised to give ‘local leaders’ spending control of some national t...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Action plan to strengthen cohesion

By William Eichler | 10 March 2026

The Government yesterday published an action plan aimed at strengthening community cohesion acros...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Core Cities UK: Where investors share our values, we are keen to partner over the long term

By Cllr James Lewis | 18 February 2026

Cllr James Lewis says the key message from Core Cities UK to private sector colleagues at a mini ...

CORE CITIES

Chancellor's continued focus on growth and visitor levies is welcome

By Cllr James Lewis | 02 December 2025

Cllr James Lewis hopes the success of visitor levies gives Treasury officials the confidence to l...

INVESTMENT

Riding the investment wave

By Joe Fyans | 22 October 2025

Joe Fyans explores how councils can seize investment opportunities and manage risks as they tap i...

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Programme Director - North London Heat and Power Project

£165,000 + bonus

We are seeking an exceptional Programme Director to lead the final delivery, commissioning and transition into operation of this landmark project. Apply for this job

North London Waste Authority

Executive Director of Prosperity and Place

£153,685 - £164,743

You will shape and deliver bold priorities that enhance quality of life, strengthen infrastructure, support inclusive economic growth Apply for this job

East Riding of Yorkshire Council

Head of safeguarding and quality assurance - Adults

£87,117 to £93,978 per annum

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