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LEADERSHIP
Talent: A challenge councils are not solving
By Sandra Farquharson | 21 July 2026
With fewer than 5% of the workforce under 25, Sandra Farquharson argues that councils must stop treating talent as a hiring issue and start building the structures –movement, progression and leader...
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Hard truths facing the NHS
By Matthew Taylor | 21 July 2026
As Andy Burnham arrives at No10, Matthew Taylor argues that real NHS transformation demands upfro...
LEADERSHIP
The restoration of hope within local government
By Blair McPherson | 20 July 2026
Blair McPherson looks at the emotional balance sheet of local government following continual roun...
PUBLIC SERVICE REFORM
Ditch the red tape for relational working
By Anna Randle | 20 July 2026
Wigan’s relational approach shows how culture, trust and partnerships deliver better outcomes and...
PEOPLE
Cardiff reveals new chief executive
By Martin Ford | 17 July 2026
Cardiff City Council has appointed Christopher Lee as its chief executive.
PEOPLE
Rochdale names permanent chief executive
By Martin Ford | 17 July 2026
Rochdale MBC has appointed Julie Murphy as its permanent chief executive.
HR
The true value of improving wellbeing
By Paul Kelbie | 16 July 2026
Paul Kelbie discusses why councils need to rethink workplace wellbeing and outlines four areas to...
RECRUITMENT
Are we looking for finance experience ...and missing leadership potential?
By Andrew Tromans | 16 July 2026
Penna’s Andrew Tromans shares his insights into finance leadership recruitment.
PEOPLE
Basildon chief to join London borough
By Martin Ford | 15 July 2026
Basildon BC chief executive Gary Jones is to join Bexley LBC as its new director of place.
PEOPLE
Richmond and Wandsworth to appoint joint chief executive
By Martin Ford | 13 July 2026
Ana Popovici is set to become chief executive of Richmond and Wandsworth LBCs.
CHIEF EXECUTIVES
Orkney Islands chief on 'special leave'
By Martin Ford | 13 July 2026
Orkney Islands Council has said it is ‘unable to confirm or deny’ reports that its chief executiv...
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£50,269 - £53,460
You have the opportunity to lead, co-ordinate and manage a wide range of projects Apply for this job
Team Manager - Youth Justice Service
£51,356 - £55,539 per annum
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated leader Apply for this job
Assistant Director for Adult Social Care Operations (Neighbourhoods)
Grade D £99,219 - £110,712
As a borough we are committed to providing outstanding care and support to enable our residents to lead healthy, fulfilling and independent lives. Apply for this job
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