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FINANCE

Politicians' conspiracy theories that blur reality won't wash

By Alice Bell | 06 October 2023

Misrepresentations of 15-minute neighbourhoods distract from far bigger threats to local communit...

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Solving the school run

By Pooya Kamvari | 05 October 2023

Contrary to popular opinion, active travel isn’t the only answer to school run congestion - data ...

PENSIONS

LGPS: Pooling should start from the bottom up

By Steve Simkins | 05 October 2023

The future of the Local Government Pension Scheme depends not just on investment efficiencies but...

FINANCE

The 'golden triangle' provides governance oversight and grip

By Kath O'Dwyer | 05 October 2023

Instilling a robust governance culture is essential to local governance leadership, and improveme...

SOCIAL CARE

Putting communities in control

By Jessica Studdert | 05 October 2023

How could a serious government address tough challenges head on? A report from New Local and co-a...

HUMAN RESOURCES

Top Talent: HR & OD

04 October 2023

Starfish Top Talent celebrates the up and coming HR and OD stars in the sector - and here are jus...

REORGANISATION

Bigger may not be better

By Steve Leach | 04 October 2023

In their new book Steve Leach and Colin Copus conclude there is no consistent or conclusive evide...

INFRASTRUCTURE

Two answers to levelling up – but what's the question?

By Heather Jameson | 04 October 2023

Heather Jameson says set aside the anti-city, anti-local government rhetoric - Rishi Sunak's plan...

SOLACE

Technology's tremendous gift

04 October 2023

The sector has focused on increasing technical proficiency in order to do less, but AI offers the...

INNOVATION

Overcoming our culture of austerity

By Jonathan Flowers | 04 October 2023

Jonathan Flowers says there may be an opportunity for a new approach that is not defined by auste...

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frederica-diamanta

Senior Lawyer - Corporate and Governance - WMF2456e

£56,883 - £59,198

We are seeking an experienced legal professional to provide advice and support on a range of corporate and governance matters. Apply for this job

Westmorland and Furness Council

Service Director: Finance (s.151)

up to £122k

Strong and well-managed finances underpin everything we want to achieve. Apply for this job

Plymouth City Council

Alternative Provision Specialist Lead

£50,269 PLUS Market Supplement

We’re looking for a Specialist Project Lead to support the next phase of our exciting project Apply for this job

North East Lincolnshire Council