CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

On the shelf

By Claire Fox | 26 May 2011

We need to cherish our libraries for their books – not as fashionable ‘chill out zones’, says Cla...

FINANCE

Devolution plus

By Dan Corry | 26 May 2011

If Scotland is to be given devolved tax powers, why not give similar powers to our big city-regio...

FINANCE

Time to become agile

By Dr Catherine Howe | 21 May 2011

Can councils really become part of the information flow of a networked society? They should be, a...

BUSINESS

The new public sector landscape for private suppliers

By John Tizard | 20 May 2011

The public service landscape is changing rapidly and the private sector needs to respond accordin...

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Backing a 'powerful wave of social entrepreneurs'

By Michael Burton | 20 May 2011

Cabinet Office minister Francis Maude has endorsed outline proposals for a Big Society Bank. Mich...

BUSINESS

Where is the evidence of change?

By Glyn Evans | 20 May 2011

Public sector funding cuts are providing a ‘burning platform’ for change – but is it happening? ...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Home truths

20 May 2011

New research has highlighted council failures to help single people falling into a spiral of home...

FINANCE

Don't ditch the back office

By John Stewart | 20 May 2011

Not all bureaucracy is bad. Really effective public services depend on efficient back-room staff,...

FINANCE

We believe in improvement, not tick-boxing

By John Goldup | 20 May 2011

Claims that its inspection regime is still too process-driven have are denied by Ofsted's John Go...

FINANCE

Missing the big picture

By John Stewart | 20 May 2011

George Jones and John Stewart find the latest review of council finance is too narrowly focused.

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

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