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LOCAL DEMOCRACY

Don't leave democracy out of devolution

By Simon Parker | 14 July 2015

Simon Parker considers the democratic shortfall as we rush towards devolution

FINANCE

We need to tell the story

By Adele Taylor | 14 July 2015

In recent weeks I have found myself repeating a phrase several times – 'We need to tell the story...

WHITEHALL

Serious questions over Care Act implementation

By James Maker | 09 July 2015

There has been much discussion on the Care Act’s impact on councils at time when the social care ...

HEALTH

Ministers strike a new tone at the LGA conference

By Michael Burton | 08 July 2015

Michael Burton on how the ministerial tone has changed since the election.

WHITEHALL

Large-scale devolution – but not without metro mayors

By Heather Jameson | 08 July 2015

Meeting in Harrogate for the Local Government Association conference brought back memories of the...

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

How the public underestimates the hard road ahead

By Ben Page | 08 July 2015

As local government gets ready for the hard road ahead, Ipsos MORI's latest Perils of Perception ...

HEALTH

Building a vision beyond five years

By Sarah Billiald | 08 July 2015

Sarah Stopforth, assistant researcher at NLGN, and Sarah Billiald, managing director of Collabora...

FINANCE

Hidden opportunities key to council objectives

By Steven Phillips | 08 July 2015

A well-designed customer journey or care pathway will invariably deliver both a great customer ex...

EDUCATION

Clearing the precipice

By Tom Stannard | 08 July 2015

Throwing cash at the young is no good if you’re seeking a better employment and skills system for...

FINANCE

Combined authorities hot topic at conference

By Paul Lankester | 08 July 2015

Chief executive of Stratford-upon-Avon DC, Paul Lankester, on how the combined authorities debate...

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frederica-diamanta

Chief Executive

Up to £234,171

This is a rare opportunity to lead a council with both strength and ambition at a time of change. Apply for this job

Leicestershire County Council

Director of Adults and Integrated Commissioning

up to £129,530 per annum

A career-defining role at the heart of adult social care transformation. Apply for this job

Kent County Council

Service Director – Skills and Regeneration

up to £114,023

Kirklees is a district of ambition, compassion, and opportunity. Apply for this job

Kirklees Metropolitan Council