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County chief to move south

By Martin Ford | 07 June 2024

Lancashire CC’s chief executive Angie Ridgwell is to leave to take up a new role with Hertfordshi...

North Kesteven chief and deputy announce departures

By Martin Ford | 07 June 2024

North Kesteven DC’s chief executive Ian Fytche and deputy chief executive officer Phil Roberts ar...

Combined authority appoints first chief executive

By Martin Ford | 06 June 2024

James Farrar has been appointed as the first chief executive of York and North Yorkshire Combined...

Nine in 10 councils back net zero duty

By Martin Ford | 05 June 2024

Almost nine in 10 councils have backed the introduction of a statutory net zero duty.

Councils in financial crisis predicted to double

By Martin Ford | 04 June 2024

The number of councils seeking support due to financial crisis is expected to double over the nex...

Stirling appoints chief executive

By Martin Ford | 04 June 2024

Stirling Council has announced the appointment of Caroline Sinclair as its chief executive.

Growth at heart of LGA White Paper

By Martin Ford | 03 June 2024

The LGA has called for powers and funding so that councils can take a leading role in driving inc...

Middlesbrough appoints new permanent chief executive

By Martin Ford | 01 June 2024

Middlesbrough Council is set to appoint Erik Scollay as its new permanent chief executive.

Think-tank urges slashing of competitive funds

By Martin Ford | 31 May 2024

Competitive funding of councils should only be used in ‘exceptional circumstances’ under the next...

New chief for King's Lynn and West Norfolk

By Martin Ford | 31 May 2024

King’s Lynn and West Norfolk BC is expected to appoint Kate Blakemore as its chief executive.