Planning for the unplannable
RECRUITMENT

Planning for the unplannable

By Tim Farr | 04 June 2025

Tim Farr of Starfish Search takes a look at the ever-changing political and economic landscape – heavily influenced by events in the US – and how is it is currently impacting local government.

WALES

Framing a new vision for Wales

By Steve Martin | 02 June 2025

An independent, cross-party working group of leaders and chief executives from councils across Wa...

HR

From reorganisation to recovery

By Juliette Alban-Metcalfe | 02 June 2025

Juliette Alban-Metcalfe and Leatham Green look at how to navigate the emotional fallout of local ...

RECRUITMENT

Forging a new future

By Seb Lowe | 28 May 2025

GatenbySanderson’s Seb Lowe looks at what local government reorganisation means for talent within...

REORGANISATION

Five stars for Wiltshire

By Sally Kimber | 28 May 2025

Sally Kimber shares her experience of merging five districts into one unitary authority, and offe...

FINANCE

Council could slash one in 10 jobs

By Joe Lepper | 23 May 2025

More than one in 10 jobs could be lost at Croydon LBC as it looks to tackle its £1.4bn debt.

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

'More to do' on diversity in DCS roles

By Joe Lepper | 22 May 2025

Diversity among children’s services chiefs has improved over the last year, but ‘there is still m...

RECRUITMENT

A flag for place

By Pete John | 21 May 2025

Political and strategic change is a constant in the local government sector, and place-based lead...

ADULT SOCIAL CARE

Controlling immigration will not address the labour market issues

By Mo Baines | 21 May 2025

The recognition of the need for deep changes in the structure and systems of delivering social ca...

LEADERSHIP

Thriving through inclusion

By Pam Parkes | 21 May 2025

Pam Parkes sets out why inclusion marks the road to excellence.

HR

No time to be lost

By Stephen Baker | 16 May 2025

Stephen Baker reflects on what councils can do now to prepare their workforces for transition to ...

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frederica-diamanta

Programme Manager - WMF2092e

£63,830 - £66,642

You must be inspiring, motivating and committed to supporting our staff to create a modern, compassionate, learning and caring culture. Apply for this job

Westmorland and Furness Council

Senior Lawyer - Planning & Procurement

£52,584 - £55,620

Ready to lead complex legal work in a borough driving regeneration and growth? Apply for this job

Royal Borough of Greenwich

Head of Public Service

£90,000 - £120,000 + international supplement

Are you looking for a remarkable life adventure in one of the world’s greatest nature hotspots? Apply for this job

St Helena