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WHITEHALL

Could this new central/local code stick?

By Michael Burton | 27 April 2012

A Commons select committee is currently consulting on a new draft code to confirm new powers for ...

FINANCE

Life after the commission

By David Walker | 27 April 2012

The repercussions of axing the unloved Audit Commission are just beginning to emerge, as David Wa...

WHITEHALL

A turning point for local politics

By Paul Wheeler | 27 April 2012

Election day, 3 May, is shaping up to be a fascinating set of opportunities and challenges, says ...

ENVIRONMENT

Stimulating the green economy

By Paul O'Brien | 27 April 2012

Paul O'Brien looks at how various councils in the country are taking steps to stimulate the green...

The neglected drama of the social care crisis

26 April 2012

FINANCE

In the long run, the frontline will suffer

By Heather Jameson | 26 April 2012

Watching the London Marathon this weekend was a bit like observing local government budget setting.

Q. What are the two things that could survive a nuclear holocaust?

26 April 2012

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Bringing the digital age into focus

By Nicola Bulbeck | 25 April 2012

Nicola Bulbeck describes how Teignbridge DC's website has transformed over the past two years to ...

The retreat of adult social care

25 April 2012

Update on Open Public Services 2012

25 April 2012