Only half of families aware of council tax support
FINANCE

Only half of families aware of council tax support

By Martin Ford | 14 May 2025

Low income families are missing out on financial support schemes due to a lack of awareness, research has found.

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...

FINANCE

Burnham admits Crossrail funding 'mistake'

By Martin Ford | 06 May 2025

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has said he regrets not implementing land value capture as ...

COUNCIL TAX

Valuation Office Agency to be axed

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2025

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA), the body responsible for setting council tax and business rate...

REORGANISATION

If Surrey is straightforward, what does hard look like?

By Heather Jameson | 17 April 2025

When it comes to LGR Surrey is the hardest system to redesign, says Heather Jameson. 'With £5.6b...

WALES

Welsh council tax rise of 7.2%

By Neil Merrick | 14 April 2025

Local authorities in Wales are raising council tax by an average of 7.2% in 2025/26 - the second ...

FINANCE

Resetting the funding system is vital

By Cllr Sir Stephen Houghton | 04 April 2025

SIGOMA’s latest report sets out the path to a more sustainable and equitable local government fun...

FINANCE

McMahon: Government will look at council tax reform options

By Emily Twinch | 21 March 2025

Minister Jim McMahon has promised the Government will look at council tax reform options.

FINANCE

IFS: Revaluing homes even more important

By Emily Twinch | 25 February 2025

Revaluing homes in Scotland is now ‘even more important’, a finance expert has suggested as local...

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Final settlement is a huge leap forward

By Cllr Sir Stephen Houghton | 24 February 2025

The funding review should ensure the multi-year settlement delivers a period of sustainable, stab...

FINANCE

Sector seeks resolution to SEND deficits

By Martin Ford | 19 February 2025

Local government has called for a resolution to the issue of Special Educational Needs and Disabi...

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Election and Democratic Services Manager

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Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council

Educational Psychologist

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We are seeking for an experienced social worker who is a dynamic leader and is keen to develop their career in management. Apply for this job

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