From the ashes of intervention, Sandwell MBC has been in the midst of a large scale improvement journey, with a particular emphasis on regeneration and social value and inclusion. Tony McGovern outlines the progress.
In the face of never-ending pressures councils are continuing to seek out ways to do things differently. But beneath the inevitable positivity is there a negative side to differentiation which could weaken prospects for councils? Paul Marinko [..]
Social care, often seen as a millstone for councils facing financial challenges, has been turned into an opportunity by Stockton-on-Tees BC to create inclusive growth and tackle health inequalities all at once, writes Heather Jameson.
As April is Stress Awareness Month, Dawn Faulkner outlines how Faerfield have been thinking about what employers can do to help mitigate the impact of stress on individuals and organisations
A programme of culture change, data harnessing and focusing on the future has enabled thousands to receive digital care services in Essex, says Natasha Corness.
Barnsley’s successful transformation of its town centre, focused on The Glass Works, won the council the accolade it deserved in The MJ Awards 2023, says Sarah Norman
Gordon McFarlane sets out an approach to help council workforces build the skills needed to navigate new political leaderships and respond quickly to changing priorities.
England’s children’s services chief Steve Crocker speaks to Ann McGauran about a system in crisis, the need for not-for-profit providers, and the ‘quick fixes’ required to help young migrants
As he departs from Core Cities UK, Chris Murray speaks to Heather Jameson about the many achievements of the group – but warns the challenges have just begun for the UK’s largest urban areas
Councils across the country have now declared a climate emergency and those authorities who have not yet passed declarations are placing far greater emphasis on tackling climate change. Starfish and The MJ highlight some of the rising stars in the [..]
As one district gets ready to create a new garden town, Heather Jameson hears how it took determination and political will to make it happen.
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