PARISH COUNCILS

The importance of 'getting' all the tiers of the local

By Jonathan Flowers | 30 September 2020

A belief that central Government doesn’t ‘get’ councils was a theme at The MJ Future Forum. But J...

FUTURE FORUM

It takes two

30 September 2020

The past six months have taught us that you can plan as much as you like but sometimes the univer...

FUTURE FORUM

Some solid backing

30 September 2020

As usual, The MJ’s Future Forum featured a host of the local government’s biggest movers and shak...

SOCIAL CARE

Get local government into the room – before decisions are made

By Heather Jameson | 30 September 2020

Local government is far from perfect, says Heather Jameson. 'And that is before you consider the ...

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC FINANCE AND ACCOUNTANCY

Facing down the pandemic

By Heather Jameson | 29 September 2020

A line-up of 13 top speakers delivered The MJ’s first virtual Future Forum on lessons learned fro...

WHITEHALL

EXCLUSIVE: Nine regional chiefs deliver Whitehall ultimatum

By Dan Peters | 29 September 2020

An ultimatum has been delivered by the nine regional chief executives working closely with the Go...

DEPARTMENT FOR LEVELLING UP, HOUSING AND COMMUNITIES

Future Forum: 'Envy' over councils' speed during crisis

By Martin Ford | 25 September 2020

A senior civil servant has paid tribute to local government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.

BUSINESS

Future Forum: Pandemic forced digital drive

By Dan Peters | 25 September 2020

Residents interacting with their council want a similar experience to booking a holiday or shoppi...

WHITEHALL

Future Forum: Whitehall 'lacks belief' in councils

By Martin Ford | 25 September 2020

The relationship between local authorities and central government is holding the sector back, The...

HEALTH

Future Forum: Raising public awareness of social care is critical

By Ann McGauran | 25 September 2020

Raising public awareness of the importance of social care is a crucial next step to delivering lo...

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frederica-diamanta

Director of Family Help and Safeguarding

£105,836 - £121,235

Brighter Futures for Children is looking for a visionary leader to drive transformation and improvement in children's services at a pivotal time. Apply for this job

Reading Borough Council

Head of Highways Operations

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Premium jobSomerset offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history and vibrant community life. Apply for this job

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Head of Operational Services

£73,051 to £75,342

Are you ready to shape the future of a thriving district? Apply for this job

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