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Watchdog criticises council's slow pace of improvement

By Martin Ford | 04 October 2021

Audit Scotland found South Ayrshire Council had ‘made limited progress on key aspects of Best Val...

FINANCE

Watchdog warns East Dunbartonshire on housing

By Martin Ford | 01 October 2021

The Accounts Commission said the council was well led overall, but raised concerns over the poor ...

FINANCE

Bristol seeks help over 'worrying' schools deficit

By Martin Ford | 01 October 2021

The council has approached the Government for support with a deficit in its schools budget.

SOCIAL CARE

Local services face £8bn funding black hole by 2024, councils warn

By Laura Sharman | 01 October 2021

Council tax will have to rise by more than a quarter in the next three years to cover the shortfa...

SOCIAL CARE

Expect tax double whammy on residents to pay for social care

By Sir Stephen Houghton | 30 September 2021

After a long wait, the Government’s announcements offer nothing for local authorities or the care...

FINANCE

Future Forum: Whiteman accuses some councils of going too far

By Dan Peters | 30 September 2021

Some councils borrowing excessively for commercial activity are going too far, the chief executiv...

FINANCE

Auditors question financial sustainability of Welsh councils

By William Eichler | 30 September 2021

Auditors have questioned the sustainability of local authorities in Wales despite the improved fi...

SOCIAL CARE

Unpicking the health and care levy: considerations for social care

By Oliver Brown | 30 September 2021

Oliver Brown says the plans for long term reform of social care leave unanswered questions -  and...

HUMAN RESOURCES

A critical juncture for integration

By Chris Barrow | 29 September 2021

While the media spotlight is heavily focusing on health and social care, it is vital to incorpora...

FINANCE

Katherine's Eden

29 September 2021

It’s always useful if one can retain a sense of perspective during a crisis.

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Strategic Director – Place-Based Services

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Stevenage Borough Council

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Assistant Director - People & Change

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frederica-diamanta

Strategic Director – Place-Based Services

£Competitive

Stevenage is a town with bold ambitions. Apply for this job

Stevenage Borough Council

Executive Director of Adult Care Services

£158,000

This is an exciting time to be joining Hertfordshire County Council. Apply for this job

Hertfordshire County Council

Assistant Director - People & Change

Up to £91,625 + generous pension

Cambridge is a city of global reputation and local pride – a place of ideas, innovation and inclusion. Apply for this job

Cambridge City Council