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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.
AI
Drowning in AI tide
By Dan Peters | 08 September 2026
Generative AI is making it easier than ever for residents to complain, object and request informa...
POLICY AND POLITICS
Deadlock over December deadline
By Joe Lepper | 08 September 2026
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is bullish on enforcing a statutory dea...
POLICY AND POLITICS
Reform UK pledge to slash planning regulation to boost house building
By Paul Marinko | 07 September 2026
Reform UK has announced proposals to slash planning regulations and requirements following a pled...
DEVOLUTION
Devolution: moving power from Whitehall to local government
By Ian Miller | 07 September 2026
Local government will judge the new devolution agenda by whether it delivers genuine financial an...
HIGH STREETS
Making our high streets great again: The French ingredient
By Cllr Stephen Alambritis | 28 August 2026
French planning lessons could help councils revive traditional shops and regenerate struggling hi...
PLANNING
Mayors to get planning 'call in' powers
By Paul Marinko | 24 August 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is to give regional mayors powers to 'call in' major planning decisio...
PLANNING
Planning in uncertain times
By Dawn Adey | 18 August 2026
Dawn Adey explains why councils need stability and certainty to deliver effective Local Plans and...
PLANNING
Development corporations face planning expertise shortage
By Martin Ford | 04 August 2026
Pooling of staff between councils and development corporations may be required to avoid worsening...
ECONOMIC GROWTH
Making local growth happen
By David Godfrey | 23 July 2026
As Andy Burnham takes office, David Godfrey considers the further steps the Prime Minister could ...
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Strategic Lead - Highway Project Delivery
Salary: £63,405 - £70,609 per annum. Incremental progression subject to performance
We are looking for an exceptional strategic leader to join our senior highways management team. Apply for this job
Head of Resident Experience
up to £93k
If you’re a housing professional looking for a job that will stretch and reward you in equal measure Apply for this job
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up to £93k
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