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DEVOLUTION
The dangers of reshuffling the deck
By Professor John Denham | 11 December 2024
Will the White Paper create a further divide in the devolution geography, asks Professor John Den...
FINANCE
Future Forum North: Danger of reorganisation 'distraction'
By Martin Ford | 06 December 2024
Concerns have been raised over the Government’s fiscal plans for local government at The MJ Futur...
REORGANISATION
Future Forum North: Stannard warns of reorganisation 'distraction'
By Paul Marinko | 05 December 2024
Manchester City Council’s incoming chief executive has warned of the potential ‘distraction’ of p...
FUTURE FORUM
Future Forum North: Devo 'powering growth'
By Ann McGauran | 05 December 2024
Devolution to combined authorities is ‘really working and is powering growth in our city region’,...
FINANCE
From fiscal ping-pong to raiding reserves
By Heather Jameson | 05 December 2024
Editor Heather Jameson says the Labour Government is making no secret of its financial favouritism.
REORGANISATION
Decent funding matters more than structure
By Ben Page | 03 December 2024
Ben Page's advice – 'despite being normally very keen on surveys, public consultation and empower...
REORGANISATION
Bright dawn for reform
By Greg Clark | 03 December 2024
Greg Clark sees a ‘positive and exciting’ future for local government as reorganisation looms on ...
SOLACE
A divided sector would do little to further the reputation of councils
By Graeme McDonald | 03 December 2024
The coming weeks promise much and may disappoint many, says Graeme McDonald. 'But rather than cre...
REORGANISATION
Prescott's regional ambitions live on in devolution plans
By Heather Jameson | 28 November 2024
We know there is an ambition for reorganisation, says Heather Jameson. 'But what is becoming incr...
POLICY
Indecision time
By By Heather Jameson & Martin Ford | 28 November 2024
Key Government policy announcements have been delayed as ministers wrangle with complex decisions...
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An ambitious, high-performing council where education, inclusion and skills are central to shaping the future of the borough. Apply for this job
Director of Prosperity and Investment
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An ambitious council delivering growth, regeneration and investment at scale. Apply for this job
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