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Devolution must be felt tangibly by communities
IPPR NORTH

Devolution must be felt tangibly by communities

By Zoe Billingham | 05 March 2026

Government and local authorities should use the ongoing process of reorganisation to revive democracy in local communities and shift power downwards by default, says Zoë Billingham

DEVOLUTION

The visitor levy has the potential to be the start of a cultural shift in Government

By Zoe Billingham | 13 January 2026

Mayors will always be ultimately under the control of government without some financial freedom, ...

FUNDING

Call to close culture funding gap

By Martin Ford | 17 July 2025

London receives twice as much culture funding as the North, research by a think-tank has found.

FUNDING

The Government is getting it

By Zoe Billingham | 24 June 2025

All in all, the Government is getting it, says Zoë Billingham. ‘Improving living standards in eve...

SCRUTINY

Scrutiny warning over mayors

By Martin Ford | 08 May 2025

Scrutiny risks being left behind as mayors’ powers grow, a think-tank has warned.

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frederica-diamanta

Executive Director – Finance & Resources

£108,222 plus £3,500 car allowance and generous benefits package

As Managing Director, I’m delighted that you’re exploring this opportunity at such a pivotal moment in our organisation’s journey. Apply for this job

YPO

Director of Adult Social Services

Up to £135,000

Blackpool is a town with pride, ambition and a powerful sense of place. Apply for this job

Blackpool Council

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We’re looking for leaders who are collaborative, innovative and committed to improving outcomes for Lancashire’s residents. Apply for this job

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