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SOCIAL CARE

Parties promise less austerity but little more on devolution

By Michael Burton | 24 May 2017

Local government received a passing mention in last week’s party manifestos but their main focus...

HOUSING

Whoever is elected must offer sensible housing policies

By Paul O'Brien | 24 May 2017

With the General Election debate starting to heat up, it’s pleasing to see the housing crisis is ...

WHITEHALL

White Van Man on . . . social care

24 May 2017

Let’s face it, old people run this country ‘cos they’ve got nothing better to do in the day than ...

WHITEHALL

Borrowing drops ahead of General Election

By Michael Burton | 23 May 2017

The Government has been handed good news on the public finances with the last official figures be...

FINANCE

Tory manifesto pledge comes under fire

By Mark Conrad | 22 May 2017

Government plans to intensify the use of deferred payments for social care costs could be stymied...

FINANCE

The Tory social care policy is a stinker, but what else is on offer?

By Adam Lent | 22 May 2017

Theresa May's social care policy is a stinker, but the proposals have broken new ground in many i...

SOCIAL CARE

Future social care workforce 'at risk'

By William Eichler | 18 May 2017

One in four social care staff are leaving the profession every year, a health charity has found.

DEVOLUTION

Dear metro mayors, unite to seize an even bigger prize

By Ed Cox | 17 May 2017

Ed Cox addresses the six elected mayors directly, calling on them to join together and form an un...

WHITEHALL

Labour's manifesto lacks a commitment to localism

By Heather Jameson | 17 May 2017

The Labour Party bills itself as the party of devolution, but Heather Jameson argues its manifest...

WHITEHALL

In the real world the storm clouds are gathering

By Michael Burton | 17 May 2017

As the parties make hollow pre-election promises, Michael Burton warns there are serious question...

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frederica-diamanta

Local Audit Office - Non-Executive Directors

£420 per day (48 days per annum)

Local public bodies are at the heart of our communities. Apply for this job

Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government

Principal Lead – Through Care

£76,597 - £81,370 (pay award pending)

Are you an inspirational, values driven leader with a passion for improving the life chances for children and young people? Apply for this job

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Principal Lead – SEND

£76,597 - £81,370 (pay award pending)

Are you an inspirational, values driven professional with a passion for improving the life chances for children and young people? Apply for this job

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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