ECONOMIC GROWTH
The new mayors will need the support of Westminster to be successful
By Andrew Carter | 06 March 2024
'We need to give more attention to the powers and resources mayors have, and those they need – no...
HEALTH
Better food policies for councils' menus
By Sofia Parente | 27 February 2024
Ahead of the local elections in May, and in the context of a council funding crisis, Sofia Parent...
WHITEHALL
What the Budget will mean for councils
By David Phillips | 27 February 2024
David Phillips says a focus on tax cuts in the upcoming Budget does not mean councils will go com...
LEGISLATION
The peer challenge
By Michael Burton | 27 February 2024
A reformed House of Lords must imply a new role in Parliament for local government leaders, says ...
COUNCIL TAX
Budget: Expect plenty of smoke and mirrors politics
By Zoe Billingham | 27 February 2024
The sector should expect more tax cutting smoke and mirror solutions at this year’s Budget, says ...
LOCAL DEMOCRACY
T'is the season!
By Peter Stanyon | 20 February 2024
The possibility of a UK Parliamentary General Election on 2 May combined with local polls is the ...
LEVELLING UP, HOUSING AND COMMUNITIES COMMITTEE
Oflog independence row stems from broken relationships
By Paul Marinko | 20 February 2024
The concerns over Oflog’s independence illustrate councils’ low level of faith in Government, whi...
ECONOMIC GROWTH
'There's no national growth without local growth'
By Greg Clark | 19 February 2024
With an eye on the upcoming Budget and the General Election, Greg Clark outlines why local govern...
LEGAL
Voter ID legal challenge launched
By Martin Ford | 19 February 2024
A legal challenge has been mounted against the Government over voter ID requirements for elections.
COUNCIL TAX
Sunak doesn't accept the council tax system is broken
By Cllr Bill Revans | 16 February 2024
Without the additional £17m a year Somerset Council could have generated through council tax the ...
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Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer
£84,607 to £107,153 per annum plus benefits
The Council is looking for a highly skilled and strategic Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer Apply for this job
Locality Team Manager
£55,979.00, Grade 13
Do you want to work for an authority which offers stability, manageable workloads and strong team spirit? Apply for this job
Children's Homes Registered Manager
£55,979.00, Grade 13.
This position is a Dual Registered role covering two small homes. Apply for this job
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