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HUMAN RESOURCES

Under the microscope

By Stuart Gallimore | 12 April 2016

How often should staff come under scrutiny? Stuart Gallimore says inspectors must recognise the l...

HEALTH

Word is your honour

By Michael Burton | 08 April 2016

Michael Burton says the Government must be honest on both public health responsibilities and its ...

COUNCILLORS

In tribute to Cllr Darren Cooper

By Jan Britton | 06 April 2016

Jan Britton says Cllr Darren Cooper will be sorely missed at Sandwell MBC following his sudden de...

HEALTH

Standing on the precipice with no financial cushion

By Heather Jameson | 06 April 2016

With serious concerns raised over reorganisation, devolution and Greater Manchester's latest heal...

Governments should practice what they preach

By Michael Burton | 06 April 2016

Michael Burton says the Government has once again failed to put its word into action in its respo...

PAY

Gimme a mayor after midnight

By Paul Wheeler | 06 April 2016

Paul Wheeler gives his recommendations for aspiring mayors in Merseyside and Greater Manchester

FINANCE

Counting the coffers

By Adele Taylor | 06 April 2016

Adele Taylor says investment from local government now could pay dividends in coming years

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Beware the Eurocrats' agenda

By Claire Fox | 06 April 2016

Claire Fox asks why is there not greater local government support for Brexit when serious questio...

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

A safe way forward

By Dave Hill | 06 April 2016

As he takes on the role of president of the Association of Directors of Children’s Services, Dave...

FINANCE

Cat's out the bag

By Louise Round | 06 April 2016

With councils dealing with wide-ranging issues from fly tipping to feral cats, Louise Round urges...