ECONOMIC GROWTH

Taxpayers' Alliance adds its pennyworth to the pay debate

By Michael Burton | 05 April 2011

Two days after Will Hutton’s report into senior salaries the Taxpayers’ Alliance released its own...

FINANCE

The long arm of the law

By Heather Jameson | 05 April 2011

There are some remarkable similarities between local government and the police, Sir Hugh Orde exp...

WHITEHALL

Let's reflect on the bigger picture

By Phil Watson | 05 April 2011

Two-tier local government remains the ‘elephant in the room’ for councils looking for greater sav...

ENVIRONMENT

Carbon countdown for councils

By Nick Appleyard | 31 March 2011

Nick Appleyard suggests that co-operation on climate change initiatives will provide a severe tes...

FINANCE

In the eye of the storm

By Michael Burton | 31 March 2011

Huge cuts are hitting local government spending, but the new HR managers’ association president i...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Going for growth

By Dermott Calpin | 31 March 2011

Enterprise zones and fast-track planning for councils were a key part of last week’s Budget. Derm...

HEALTH

A tale of two White Papers

By Chris Waterman | 30 March 2011

The two recent White Papers, on education and health, appear to be contradictory when it comes to...

FINANCE

LGA warning over private pensions

19 August 2010

Ditching local government’s ‘gold-plated’ final salary pension scheme for cheaper, private sector...

WHITEHALL

Learning the major lessons from abroad

By John Stewart | 10 March 2010

For councillors and managers, the value of looking at local government in other countries lies in...

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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