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FINANCE

Debt collection needs reform, says think tank

By Heather Jameson | 27 April 2020

Local government should follow the lead of the private sector when it comes to debt collection, t...

SOCIAL CARE

Don't lose the increased recognition due to a failure to fund services

By Paul O’Brien | 15 April 2020

It would be a tragedy for local government if an increased recognition of its role in keeping soc...

COUNCIL TAX

Tax needs a 'fundamental overhaul', says IfG

By Michael Burton | 15 April 2020

A combination of higher public spending due to coronavirus and rising social care costs means the...

COUNCIL TAX

Counties warn against a blanket council tax deferral scheme

By Laura Sharman | 08 April 2020

County councils have warned that a blanket council tax deferral scheme could create significant f...

COUNCIL TAX

We will be here for our residents every step of the way

By Cllr David Renard | 30 March 2020

David Renard outlines how Swindon BC’s rapid response to the public health emergency includes a p...

BUSINESS RATES

Our Ofsted journey to outstanding

By Shaun Davies | 25 March 2020

Cllr Shaun Davies explains how Telford & Wrekin Council’s Ofsted rating for children’s services l...

FINANCE

Council tax reform must be part of the business rates review

By Michael Burton | 18 March 2020

Like it or not, once the review of business rates is under way, it is hard not to see council tax...

BUSINESS RATES

Local government needs to 'hold the ring' on pooled public services' budgets

By Heather Jameson | 18 March 2020

Shadow minister for local government Jim McMahon tells Heather Jameson it was irresponsible that ...

FINANCE

Winners and losers under a reformed council tax

By Michael Burton | 18 March 2020

A new study from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) says revaluation of the £31bn council tax...

FINANCE

Government should grasp the council tax nettle

By David Phillips | 18 March 2020

Council tax needs to be revalued and should be reformed – and this government has both the ‘level...

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frederica-diamanta

Head of Democratic Services, Elections & Monitoring Officer

Grade 12 £67,236 – £71,223 plus £3000pa Statutory Officer Allowance

Premium jobWe are looking for an accomplished and proactive leader for our vacant post of Head of Democratic Services & Elections Apply for this job

Harborough District Council

Deputy Team Manager

£50,574 - £53,607

Strength in people. Strength in communities. Strength in diversity. Apply for this job

Royal Borough of Greenwich

Chief Executive

Up to £177,821 per annum

At City of York Council, we are proud of our strong civic identity, heritage, and ambition. Apply for this job

City of York Council