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Government U-turns on elections delays
By Martin Ford | 16 February 2026
The Government has withdrawn its decision to postpone local elections in 30 areas.
Auditors uncover 'significant weaknesses' at Wirral
By Joe Lepper | 17 February 2026
Wirral Council needs to ‘urgently’ tackle ‘significant weaknesses’ in its finances, governance and effective use of resources, auditors have warned.
Government proposals on spatial development aligned with devo
By Joe Lepper | 16 February 2026
The Government is consulting on plans to map out spatial development strategy (SDS) areas across England, to oversee strategic planning around infrastructure and housing and align with devolution boundaries.
Norfolk withdraws cooperation on LGR over elections debacle
By Paul Marinko | 17 February 2026
Norfolk CC’s leadership has withdrawn its cooperation with ministers to deliver local government ...
Auditors uncover 'significant weaknesses' at Wirral
By Joe Lepper | 17 February 2026
Wirral Council needs to ‘urgently’ tackle ‘significant weaknesses’ in its finances, governance an...
Councils hold back help for Building Safety Regulator
By Paul Marinko | 17 February 2026
A request for council help from the beleaguered Building Safety Regulator (BSR) fell on deaf ears...
Government U-turns on elections delays
By Martin Ford | 16 February 2026
The Government has withdrawn its decision to postpone local elections in 30 areas.
Government proposals on spatial development aligned with devo
By Joe Lepper | 16 February 2026
The Government is consulting on plans to map out spatial development strategy (SDS) areas across ...
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