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Is it time to inspect homelessness?
By Jack Shaw | 11 February 2026
The Government is already laying much of the groundwork for an ‘Ofsted for homelessness’, says Jack Shaw. He asserts that it should not be afraid to explore a more muscular approach to raising standards.
Seeing the bigger picture
By Matthew Taylor | 11 February 2026
Matthew Taylor untangles the threads of the Government’s public service reform agenda.
Government to pay off 90% of SEND deficits
By Martin Ford | 09 February 2026
The Government will provide funding for 90% of English councils’ deficits relating to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), it has announced today.
Bedford to get Best Value Inspection and Spelthorne with work to do
By Paul Marinko | 11 February 2026
Borough set to appoint interim as chief to stand down
By Martin Ford | 11 February 2026
Eastleigh BC has announced James Strachan is to step down as chief executive.
LGA slammed for failing to take its own advice
By Heather Jameson | 11 February 2026
The Local Government Association (LGA) has been accused of failing to take its own advice on empl...
EXCLUSIVE: LGA cyber insurance talks 'peter out'
By Dan Peters | 10 February 2026
The Local Government Association (LGA) is not currently taking forward a proposal for a cyber att...
Scottish councils struggle to close budget gaps
By Martin Ford | 10 February 2026
Councils are struggling to balance their books following the announcement of the Scottish Budget.
Minister: Devolution failing to capture public imagination
By Neil Merrick | 10 February 2026
Devolution is failing to capture the public’s imagination because councils and central government...
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up to £179,404 per annum
Shape the Future of Essex. Drive climate action. Deliver for our communities. Apply for this job
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You will join a values-driven senior leadership team, providing visible and responsive leadership. Apply for this job
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The Top 10 councils powering ahead on productivity
'Local government’s leadership may be dealing with a maelstrom of challenges, but the councils whose productivity performance has earned them a place in the IMPOWER Index Top 10 have positive stories to share. Ann McGauran reports.'
05 February 2026
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' In an increasingly complex world, the role of a monitoring officer is tough. It can be isolating, exposed and difficult. Rachel McKoy tells Heather Jameson about the new association set up to support them.'
By Heather Jameson | 04 February 2026
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By Eddie Copeland | 11 February 2026
There is a powerful logic to making intelligent use of data, technology and a wide range of trans...
Total Place requires total trust
By Lisa McNally | 09 February 2026
Councils can expand the Total Place ethos by joining up often fragmented policies and programmes,...
Protecting children from risks outside the home in Bucks
By Cllr Carl Jackson | 09 February 2026
A new pilot in Buckinghamshire taking practical steps to tackle the risks from exploitation faced...
Total Place requires total trust
By Lisa McNally | 09 February 2026
Councils can expand the Total Place ethos by joining up often fragmented policies and programmes,...
The Top 10 councils powering ahead on productivity
By Ann McGauran | 05 February 2026
Local government’s leadership may be dealing with a maelstrom of challenges, but the councils who...
Financial grip is paramount for councils going through reorganisation
By Adele Taylor | 05 February 2026
Adele Taylor says reorganisation is 'a perfect opportunity to build on the individual strengths w...
Councillors urge minimum pension age hike amid cost fears
By Martin Ford | 04 February 2026
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