Green Book blamed for 'political decisions'
LOCAL ECONOMIES

Green Book blamed for 'political decisions'

By Martin Ford | 23 May 2025

The Green Book is not to blame for perceived investment bias in favour of affluent regions, experts have said.

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.

THINK TANK

Report: Populism fuelled by underperformance of cities

By Paul Marinko | 29 April 2025

A report has claimed discontent fuelling populist causes stems from the underperformance of cities.

HOUSING

Call to prioritise investment in housing

By Martin Ford | 29 April 2025

The Government should prioritise investment in affordable housing, according to research publishe...

REORGANISATION

Most of public 'not following closely' reorganisation

By Martin Ford | 22 April 2025

Almost two-thirds of the public are not engaged with local government reorganisation, according t...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Rewriting the Green Book

By Martin Ford | 07 April 2025

With a Government review of the Treasury’s investment Green Book under way, Martin Ford looks at ...

THINK TANK

Think-tank calls for green energy public-private partnerships

By Emily Twinch | 25 March 2025

The Government should produce a framework for creating public-private partnerships that would hel...

FINANCE

Time to change the status quo

By Rosie Lockwood | 06 March 2025

It’s time to invest in regions outside of the greater South East, Rosie Lockwood has urged the ch...

REORGANISATION

Call for reorganisation clarity

By Martin Ford | 04 March 2025

The Government has been urged to provide more clarity on reorganisation proposals.

FINANCE

'Regressive' council tax a growing burden on poorest

By Ellie Ames | 17 February 2025

The average council tax bill rose by 77% in real terms between 1994 and 2020, analysis has found.

PLANNING

IPPR calls for stronger planning departments

By Emily Twinch | 14 February 2025

Government should beef up planning departments to achieve its 1.5 million new homes target, a thi...

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frederica-diamanta

Head of Inclusion

£81,367 to £91,933

Bristol is a unique and modern city, with a rich history and tapestry of vibrant and diverse communities that make it a great place to live. Apply for this job

Bristol City Council

Head of Safeguarding (Children & Families)

£81,803

This is a pivotal leadership role with a clear mission: to support, develop and drive forward our Family Safeguarding Apply for this job

Hertfordshire County Council

Assistant Director, Property and Facilities Services

£99,174

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Assistant Director of Property and Facilities Services. Apply for this job

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council