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Wales to consider funding bids straddling English border

By Paul Marinko | 11 September 2023

Wales’ economy minister has said he would consider funding bids from a new council partnership th...

Thurrock seeks 'agents of change' amid leadership restructure

By Paul Marinko | 04 September 2023

Thurrock Council is looking for ‘agents of change’ as it embarks on a restructure that will reduc...

BCP Council in finance warning

By Paul Marinko | 14 August 2023

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council has warned tough budget decisions are needed if...

£600m boost for social care workforce will help directors 'sleep better'

By Paul Marinko | 31 July 2023

Association of Directors of Adult Social Services members will ‘sleep better’ after ministers rel...

Scottish Government tight-lipped over council tax rate rise speculation

By Paul Marinko | 31 July 2023

The Scottish Government has refused to comment on speculation it has gone cold on plans to increa...

Government rejects unitaries' devo bid for Solent

By Paul Marinko | 27 July 2023

Ministers have rejected a devolution bid by three south coast unitaries after the trio turned dow...

Former Tory leader still director of Woking companies

By Paul Marinko | 24 July 2023

Woking BC’s former Conservative leader remains on the board of two companies linked to the counci...

More councils highlight financial threats

By Paul Marinko | 14 July 2023

A string of councils have revealed the growing financial perils they are facing.

Southampton at risk of section 114

By Paul Marinko | 12 July 2023

Southampton City Council has been warned it risks having to issue a section 114 notice this finan...

Care England calls for ICS representation

By Paul Marinko | 10 July 2023

A report by Care England into the progress of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) one year after their...