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MPs hear sector divisions over reorganisation

By Martin Ford | 28 January 2025

The size and scale of local authorities following reorganisation has left the sector divided.

Three boroughs seek more than £120m financial support

By Martin Ford | 28 January 2025

Three London boroughs have announced in the past week they are seeking exceptional financial supp...

Borough appoints chief executive

By Martin Ford | 24 January 2025

Tom Pike has been announced as the next chief executive of Stevenage BC.

Barnet issues s114 over unauthorised payments

By Martin Ford | 24 January 2025

Barnet LBC has issued a section 114 notice over ‘unlawful’ payments to and from the council’s pen...

Rochdale announces chief executive

By Martin Ford | 24 January 2025

Rochdale BC has appointed James Binks as its new chief executive.

Stockport's shining star

By Martin Ford | 22 January 2025

Achieving the Rising Star Award at The MJ Awards for her role in helping Stockport meet its carbo...

Mayor warns of creating 'behemoths'

By Martin Ford | 22 January 2025

A mayor has warned of creating local government ‘behemoths’ overburdened with responsibilities.

Penna appoints director of recruitment

By Martin Ford | 22 January 2025

Penna has announced that Dawar Hashmi has been appointed director of recruitment.

Government seeks Prevent programme 'answers' after Southport attack

By Martin Ford | 21 January 2025

Reforms to the Prevent programme are to be unveiled this week ahead of a public inquiry looking a...

Essex announces chief executive

By Martin Ford | 20 January 2025

Essex CC has announced Nicole Wood will become the council's next chief executive.