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CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Children outside cities being overlooked

By Martin Ford | 27 August 2021

Young people in rural areas are at risk of being left behind, a new report has warned.

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Third of most deprived areas will not benefit from Levelling Up Fund, research finds

By Ann McGauran | 25 August 2021

More than a third of England’s most deprived areas will not benefit from the Government’s £4.8bn ...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Let's bring a bold policy moment to life

By Dr Jo Casebourne | 25 August 2021

It’s time to seize the opportunity of the Spending Review to level up support for children and fa...

HEALTH

Becoming a trusted news source for care in Scotland  

By Jenny Copland | 23 August 2021

Jenny Copland of the Care Inspectorate discusses how putting simple measures in place before COVI...

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Calls for more funding as child abuse increases

By Martin Ford | 20 August 2021

Incidents involving death or serious harm to a child have risen in the past year, leading to call...

LEGAL

Court ruling spurs boroughs to find accomodation for arrested children

By Martin Ford | 18 August 2021

Councils in London are to provide new accommodation facilities for children in police custody aft...

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

School transport contractor axed over safeguarding concerns

By Martin Ford | 18 August 2021

Birmingham City Council said the contract had been terminated following a breach of terms.

DEPARTMENT FOR LEVELLING UP, HOUSING AND COMMUNITIES

Changing Futures in Westminster

By Cllr Heather Acton | 16 August 2021

Westminster City Council’s successful bid for a project under the Changing Futures programme will...

FINANCE

Research finds long-lasting benefits from Sure Start

By Naomi Larsson | 16 August 2021

Sure Start centres prevented thousands of children from being hospitalised and cut health inequal...

LEGAL

Campaigners head to court over care placements

By Martin Ford | 12 August 2021

Five local authorities are facing legal action over out-of-area accommodation for children in care.

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frederica-diamanta

Director of Governance and Civic Services

c£130,000

As the Council’s statutory Monitoring Officer, you will champion strong governance and integrity Apply for this job

London Borough of Merton

Executive Director Corporate Resources, Section 151 Officer

up to £160,217

The successful candidate will combine outstanding professional credibility and the ability to influence Apply for this job

Cheshire West & Chester

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Not only will you fulfil the role of statutory Chief Financial Officer you will be part of a directorate team Apply for this job

Torbay Council

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