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TRANSFORMATION
Local government: riding the wave of change
By Jonathan Carr-West | 22 April 2026
Jonathan Carr-West looks at the challenges of leading councils through turbulent times.
FINANCE
Winning the war on waste?
By David Blackman | 16 April 2026
Is Reform UK’s waste drive just a saloon bar dream or are there still genuine efficiencies to be ...
AI
Councils can't deliver better public understanding of AI without resource
By Susan Oman | 10 April 2026
Better AI awareness is needed both inside and beyond the council in its communities, says Susan O...
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
How to reap the diversity dividend
By Simon Fanshawe | 01 April 2026
Diversity policies must drop performative gestures and provide evidence of change to the lives of...
DATA & DIGITAL
Ensuring Wigan has a big role to play in a digital future
By Cllr Nazia Rehman | 24 March 2026
Wigan is harnessing the regenerative power of AI with positive implications for the local economy...
PUBLIC SERVICE REFORM
Peering into the future of Total Place
By Ann McGauran | 24 March 2026
National policymakers and local system leaders gathered at a convention to look at how place-base...
ECONOMIC GROWTH
Company clusters: the key to success
By Vasant Chari | 20 March 2026
Backing high-growth potential businesses in the Black Country and elsewhere is vital for boosting...
DATA & DIGITAL
Public wi-fi's critical role
By Gavin Wheeldon | 19 March 2026
Digital inclusion is about giving people the infrastructure, skills and support they need to be a...
AI
Guide: Reinventing how residents access council services
By Stuart MacDonald | 19 March 2026
Stuart MacDonald introduces TechnologyOne's groundbreaking new AI-powered product, Guide.
TRANSFORMATION
How to tackle the challenges of 2026
By Paul Marinko | 11 March 2026
Local government has entered a time of unprecedented change despite continuing to face particular...
AI
Expectations for AI in local government are now more realistic
By Emma Ockelford | 02 March 2026
Polling shows public confidence in AI remains strong, but as Emma Ockelford notes, there is now a...
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Strategic Head of Finance and S151 Officer
Package up to £109,592
As the Section 151 Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Council through its wider journey.. Apply for this job
Director of Customer, Digital and Corporate Strategy
£108,842
Premium jobIf you are a strategic thinker who can inspire teams, champion innovation and drive meaningful change, we would love to hear from you. Apply for this job
Partnership and Improvement Manager SEND WMF2888e
£51,356 to £52,413
Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Apply for this job
- Leeds City Council suffers huge fuel theft as Middle East conflict continues
- EXCLUSIVE: 'Illegal' deal to end Birmingham strike risks £200m equal pay bill
- Devon reorganisation 'distracting' for region's emerging strategic authority, peers warn
- EXCLUSIVE: Herefordshire top hire revealed as Walker walks
- Children's service reforms lack 'foundations for success'
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