BUSINESS

Sharing services AND procuring locally – how to square the circle?

By Amanda Carey-McDermott | 04 July 2012

Amanda Carey-McDermott explains the emergence of a new role in the local government procurement l...

WHITEHALL

The drive for open government within Whitehall

By Jonathan Werran | 04 July 2012

Temporary fixes are never good news until they become permanent and part of Whitehall's establish...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Staying power counts in councils

By Heather Jameson | 04 July 2012

Long term leaders impressed local council chief executives the most within the sector, when asked...

FINANCE

Taking more control over finances

By Alison Scott | 04 July 2012

From next year, funding for local government is going to be radically different. Alison Scott giv...

WHITEHALL

The lack of cultural change from Whitehall

By Jonathan Werran | 04 July 2012

Jonathan Werran looks at the reforms that are soon to take place within Whitehall and what it may...

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

The importance of voluntary sector for society

By Stephen Bubb | 04 July 2012

Sir Stephen Bubb looks at what unites all the diverse organisations and activities of the volunta...

FINANCE

Thriving not surviving for businesses

By Sheila Little | 04 July 2012

By limiting bureaucracy and procedure – and making it simpler for businesses to 'do business' – t...

FINANCE

How data sharing and centralising print could unlock cash savings

By Alex Mathieson | 02 July 2012

Alex Mathieson,from Pitney Bowes Software explains how local authorities can achieve savings in t...

FINANCE

A crucial time for local government

By Merrick Cockell | 27 June 2012

As the Local Government Association meets for its annual conference, Sir Merrick Cockell assesses...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Calling all council talent-spotters

By Peter Fleming | 27 June 2012

It's time for the sector to selling the idea of becoming a councillor – to attract young blood an...

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Strategic Director, Finance and Resources (S.151 Officer)

£110,799 - £120,706

Blackburn with Darwen is a distinctive, welcoming and vibrant borough with a strong identity and a genuine buzz about the place. Apply for this job

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Principal Lawyer (Adult Social Care)

£55,036 - £58,879

Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skill Apply for this job

West Northamptonshire Council

Fire Safety Surveyor

£66555 - £76077 per annum

Help protect residents and shape better standards across our borough.As a Fire Safety Surveyor, you'll use your technical expertise to help make homes Apply for this job

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council