FINANCE

'Brave' councils praised for seeking new responsibilities

By Sam Clayden | 21 November 2015

The former Essex CC chief executive has described councils as ‘brave’ for attempting to prise pow...

FINANCE

Local authorities are 'best tier of government'

By Sam Clayden | 21 November 2015

Local government is the most successful tier of government but will be shafted with more financia...

HUMAN RESOURCES

Clark offers praise – and warnings

By Jamie Hailstone | 17 November 2015

Greg Clark has warned difficult cuts are still ahead and also vowed not to impose reorganisation ...

WHITEHALL

Leaders respond to landmark devolution deals

By Sam Clayden | 17 November 2015

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has accepted a metro mayor as part of its landmark de...

FINANCE

Treasury response key to City Deal

17 November 2015

Pressure is mounting on the Treasury to deliver £580m towards a proposed Cardiff Capital Region C...

FINANCE

West Midlands and Liverpool City region to seal devo deals

By Sam Clayden | 17 November 2015

George Osborne announces the signing of two landmark devolution deals.

DEVOLUTION

Lincolnshire authorities to set up devolution committee

By Jamie Hailstone | 11 November 2015

Local authorities in Lincolnshire are looking to set up a joint committee, as part of their devol...

BUSINESS

Improvements to business rates appeals system proposed

By Sam Clayden | 30 October 2015

Proposals have been put forward to transform the business rates appeals system, which has been su...

FINANCE

New care partnerships to be launched

By Jamie Hailstone | 30 October 2015

Councils and NHS trusts will create a series of partnerships to help people with learning disabil...

DEVOLUTION

Cameron insists West Midlands will profit from Northern Powerhouse

By Sam Clayden | 29 October 2015

The Northern Powerhouse will benefit the West Midlands, the prime minister has said, after fears ...

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frederica-diamanta

Service Director Resources & Performance

Up to £123k + relocation

This integrated team will provide expert advice, as well as ensuring a single ‘line of sight’ on resources coming into the authority. Apply for this job

Cornwall Council

Director of Public Health

£112k-£117k

From Starting Well to Living Well and Aging Well, we’re working to deliver a comprehensive public health offer across Somerset. Apply for this job

Somerset Council

Assistant Chief Fire Officer

£121,180 rising to £134,644 plus benefits and provided car

Premium jobReporting directly to the Chief Fire Officer to support and advise the Fire Authority Apply for this job

Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service