Articles by Sir Bob Neill
Searching for clarity
By Sir Bob Neill | 24 October 2024
A big week is coming up at Westminster – but what is in it for local government, asks Sir Bob Neill.
Lessons from Michael Caine and councils
By Sir Bob Neill | 28 August 2024
Both Labour and the Conservatives must look to local government for solutions to the challenges t...
The last barrier for leaseholders
By Sir Bob Neill | 25 June 2024
Sir Bob Neill calls on the next Government to ‘complete the journey’ of reform for leaseholders b...
Changing the outlook on homelessness
By Sir Bob Neill | 30 April 2024
With the number of homeless people in London alone reaching shocking levels and temporary accommo...
Local investment can reap national rewards
By Sir Bob Neill | 06 March 2024
Sir Bob Neill feels the Budget was an opportunity to provide financial aid for councils, which in...
Autumn's big Statement
By Sir Bob Neill | 08 January 2024
Sir Bob Neill welcomes the Autumn Statement’s response to councils’ calls for action on the Local...
Listen to the local
By Sir Bob Neill | 23 October 2023
Party conferences are long on rhetoric but leave local government with more questions than answer...
The trust question
By Sir Bob Neill | 26 June 2023
Sir Bob Neill says it’s time to rebuild faith in politics and the ability of the democratic proce...
Twisty tail to devolution
By Sir Bob Neill | 02 May 2023
More consensus is needed before we are forced into ultra-low emissions zones, writes Sir Bob Neill.
A solid plan for planning
By Sir Bob Neill | 07 March 2023
Sir Bob Neill examines how a consultation on increasing planning fees will set in motion long-las...
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