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POLICY AND POLITICS

Public backs devolution but wants deprived areas prioritised

By William Eichler | 25 September 2026

Devolution must deliver tangible economic change for England’s left-behind towns and neighbourhoo...

DEVOLUTION

Madchesterism: Putting music at the heart of devolution

By Tom Kiehl | 17 September 2026

New research makes clear the next phase of devolution is an opportunity to treat music as part of...

FINANCE

Make prevention drive Budget decisions

By Mo Baines | 17 September 2026

A bold chancellor sees prevention may take years, but the long-term rewards of curbing welfare sp...

REGENERATION

MJ Regeneration: A Budget to build from

By David Blackman | 17 September 2026

Chancellor John Healey’s commitment to regional economic growth predates the Burnham Government b...

FISCAL DEVOLUTION

Call to devolve corporation tax

By Martin Ford | 16 September 2026

The Government has been urged to devolve a portion of corporation tax to mayors.

REORGANISATION

Dealing with LGR limbo

By Neil Merrick | 15 September 2026

Councils face renewed uncertainty over staffing, finances, contracts and long-term planning as mi...

SIGOMA

Unlocking overlooked cities' potential

By Cllr Nadine Peatfield | 14 September 2026

Investing in Britain’s unsung cities is key to driving national growth, says vice chair of SIGOMA...

REORGANISATION

More grief ahead as reorganisation is plunged into chaos

By Heather Jameson | 11 September 2026

The chaos created by the reorganisation 'pause' as councils battle with their finances, rising pr...

POLICY AND POLITICS

EXCLUSIVE: Burnham wish for new settlement with sector

By Dan Peters | 10 September 2026

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has told council leaders he wants to ‘create a new settlement between...

COUNTY COUNCILS' NETWORK

Beyond Manchester: Why place matters

By Simon Edwards | 10 September 2026

Simon Edwards explains why national policy must reflect the distinct realities of county councils.

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Assistant Director of Legal and Governance (Deputy Monitoring Officer)

£91,639 to £99,427

We are seeking someone with a strong grounding in local government law and governance, or experience gained in a similar environment. Apply for this job

Bury Council

Head of Major Projects

MG 1/2 -£86,283 - £93,102 per annum

Help shape Merton’s future Apply for this job

London Borough of Merton

Head of Compliance, Maintenance and Facilities Management

G 1/2 -£86,283 - £93,102 per annum

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