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LOCALIS
Rewiring the state: Shock treatment for councils?
By Steve Leach | 01 October 2026
Colin Copus and Steve Leach ask if a rewired state will lead local government to blow a fuse.
PERFORMANCE
From performance measurement to action
By Vicky Davis | 01 October 2026
The local outcomes framework could support better performance, but only if it drives clear, accou...
DEVOLUTION
Robust accountability is key to successful devolution
By Adam Terry | 30 September 2026
Effective scrutiny can make devolution work for local leaders and the communities they serve, say...
DEVOLUTION
Strategic authorities: Staying off the ropes
By Dan Peters | 29 September 2026
Dan Peters assesses Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority’s progress under mayor Luke Campbe...
DEVOLUTION
Racing toward transformation
By Matthew Taylor | 29 September 2026
Matthew Taylor looks at the hurdles that must be cleared to achieve the Government’s devolution a...
DEVOLUTION
Devolution must reach the councils that deliver
By Cllr Jason Perry | 29 September 2026
Devolution must give local authorities the powers, funding and accountability to deliver, says ex...
NEIGHBOURHOOD HEALTH
Neighbourhood health must tackle the inequalities on Whitehall's doorstep
By Mark Heffernan | 28 September 2026
If the Government wants to put power closer to people, it must confront the health inequalities t...
DEVOLUTION
Labour Conference: Devo 'rippling through Whitehall'
By Heather Jameson | 28 September 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s devotion to devolution is ‘rippling through the Whitehall machine’,...
LGR
Labour Conference: McMahon will 'come back stronger' on LGR
By Heather Jameson | 28 September 2026
Local government minister Jim McMahon has vowed to ‘come back stronger’ after pausing plans for r...
EMPLOYMENT
Employment support devolution call
By William Eichler | 25 September 2026
Employment support should be devolved to mayoral strategic authorities and Jobcentre Plus scrappe...
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Strategic Director of Corporate and Governance Services
Grade 19, from £115,794 to £124,441 per annum
This pivotal leadership role sits at the heart of our council and will give you an opportunity to truly influence organisational success Apply for this job
Corporate Director of Integrated Commissioning
£127,105 - £136,013
If you’re ready to make a lasting difference across West Northants, we’d love to hear from you. Apply for this job
Service Director: Education
up to £125k
Every child and young person in Somerset deserves the best possible education, wherever they live and whatever support they need to help them thrive. Apply for this job
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