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The restoration of hope within local government
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 rounds of savings, and at how to restore hope and lead renewal.

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...

FINANCE

Rethinking council tax for devo

By Ian Miller | 20 July 2026

Replacing central property surcharges with local tax powers would strengthen councils, accountabi...

FINANCE

Local government: What will finance look like in 2040?

By Rob Powell | 20 July 2026

Rob Powell says that for section 151 officers, the task ahead will be to embrace technology, resh...

JOBS

Section 106 is only as strong as the conversations behind it

By James Wright | 20 July 2026

James Wright explains how early collaboration helps turn Section 106 obligations into measurable ...

DEVOLUTION

Where devolution goes in government matters

By Heather Jameson | 16 July 2026

Last week’s Local Government Association conference was something of a waiting game – waiting for...

REORGANISATION

The key to LGR success

By Jo Walker | 16 July 2026

Gloucestershire CC is calling for a comprehensive review of local government funding, greater loc...

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...

FINANCE

Moving blended finance upstream

By Claire Dhami | 16 July 2026

Claire Dhami explains why blended finance cannot remain a side conversation in public service inn...

DEVOLUTION

Will Burnham be the hero in history?

By Michael Burton | 16 July 2026

Andy Burnham has the chance to offer hope and opportunity to a sullen population disillusioned wi...

ADULT SOCIAL CARE

Why councils must not wait

By Heather Jameson | 16 July 2026

Jon Rouse urges councils to press ahead with neighbourhood-based integration rather than wait for...

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frederica-diamanta

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

Royal Borough of Greenwich

Assistant Director for Estate Strategy and Development

£71,202 - £77,495

We are seeking an ambitious and strategic leader to join our senior management team Apply for this job

Derbyshire County Council

Team Manager

£52,413 - £54,495 per annum

We are currently recruiting for Team Manager to join our dedicated Children in Care Team. Apply for this job

Gloucestershire County Council

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