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Michael Burton

Michael Burton

Michael Burton is editorial director of The MJ

Articles by Michael Burton

Little wriggle room for politicians on tax and spend

By Michael Burton | 01 August 2014

The economy is picking up, UK GDP is now rising faster than any other G8 country, there’s an elec...

What does the reshuffle mean for local government?

By Michael Burton | 01 August 2014

What does the ministerial reshuffle and the departure of Sir Bob Kerslake mean for local governme...

Wasted spaces campaign takes on the NIMBYs

By Michael Burton | 01 August 2014

The CPRE this week launched an online campaign to ‘help us spot the wasted spaces where you live'.

Search for Whitehall chief executive launched

By Michael Burton | 29 July 2014

The Government has launched its search for a Whitehall chief executive to spearhead reform.

Labour funding scheme to 'boost housebuilding'

By Michael Burton | 28 July 2014

Shadow housing minister Emma Reynolds is today announcing Labour’s plans to boost housing through...

Public sector net borrowing down £9.3bn

By Michael Burton | 22 July 2014

Public sector net borrowing was down by £9.3bn in the financial year 2013/14 compared to the prev...

Former council director gets Whitehall role

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

A new chairman has been appointed to the Public Works Loan Board (PWLB).

Penna picks up awards

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

Penna, the HR services group, has been ranked as one of the top providers of interim managers by ...

Lyons hired as council director

By Michael Burton | 18 July 2014

Horsham DC has appointed Chris Lyons as director of planning, economic development and property.

On track for regeneration

By Michael Burton | 17 July 2014

Back in 1987, the then prime minister Margaret Thatcher, was famously photographed standing on th...