Analysis The MJ
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Flood prevention the holistic way
August 21, 2019
Heavy flooding and the activation of the emergency Bellwin scheme saw North Yorkshire CC calling for the system of Government support for councils to be overhauled. Nick Fraser believes a holistic approach will improve flood risk management
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Fuelling the future
August 16, 2019
Hiba Mahamadi looks at how the two councils who have stepped in to the energy market have fared so far and at whether the future lies in striking up white label partnerships.
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Road to recovery
August 13, 2019
Dan Peters assesses the options available to local authorities as many begin to struggle with schools grant deficit recovery plans.
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Finding the skills for a full house
July 29, 2019
Martin Ford reports on a round table hosted by Penna, discussing the role of local government in helping deliver the Government’s ambitious targets for new housing.
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It’s time to get to work
July 24, 2019
Heather Jameson assesses the growing to-do list facing the sector as a new government takes shape, with Brexit still looming in the background.
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Bringing new members up to speed on funding
July 24, 2019
England’s new cadre of councillors need to navigate a perfect storm of financial challenges. How can finance directors help them cope successfully with the complexities they face? Ann McGauran reports
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Driving the Midlands Engine
July 22, 2019
The West Midlands is the fastest-growing City Region outside London. Its Combined Authority chief executive, Deborah Cadman, is determined to push it further to boost the UK economy post Brexit. Heather Jameson reports
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The new kids on the block
July 22, 2019
Now the six regional metro mayors have been elected they must deliver devolution. Sam Clayden reports.
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‘Extraordinary pressures’ call for extraordinary resilience
July 22, 2019
Penna’s latest annual survey of chief executives, in partnership with The MJ, highlights their latest perspectives and organisational priorities. Ann McGauran looks at the results.
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Harnessing the best of the West
July 18, 2019
Ann McGauran reports on the launch of Metro Dynamics’ report making the case for the creation of the UK’s next wealth generator – the Great Western Powerhouse
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Showtime by the seaside
July 17, 2019
Ministers, mandarins, town hall, Whitehall and more all met in Bournemouth last week for the Local Government Association conference. Michael Burton reports on the highlights
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Home visits pilot moves to next phase
July 15, 2019
A study from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IfS) says a small-scale pilot home visiting intervention in Peterborough for young children in disadvantaged families is showing promising results. Ann McGauran reports.
