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HOUSING

Where residents rule

By Susmita Sen | 04 October 2024

After a damning television exposé of poor housing conditions on the Regina Road estate in Croydon, the council set out to transform services. Susmita Sen reports on its progress

FINANCE

Think twice before you sell

By Chris Smith | 03 October 2024

Chris Smith says that with council finances under strain, unlocking dormant assets can help plug ...

COMMUNITIES

Dampening the flames of community tension

By Gill Kneller | 27 September 2024

Amid the race riots, Gill Kneller explains how East Hampshire DC worked with the community to wel...

WELFARE

Unclaimed benefits: A hidden crisis for local authorities

By Trevor Holden | 24 September 2024

A data-led proactive approach works when it comes to making sure residents do not miss out on the...

COMMUNITIES

Why pubs are community hubs

By Joe Fyans | 23 September 2024

The new Government’s commitment to fixing foundations brings a chance for a long-term vision of r...

ENGAGEMENT

How to Test the future

By Paul Marinko | 18 September 2024

Test Valley BC has opened itself up to community challenge in a way that breaks down internal bar...

COMMUNITIES

Right to Buy, the right way

By Josh Westerling | 18 September 2024

The Government has pledged to bring in a right for communities to buy valued local assets. Josh W...

PLANNING

Proactively planning for economic growth and housing

By Caroline Green | 17 September 2024

The new brand of ‘grey belt’ land may turn out to be a stroke of genius in fostering more rationa...

LEADERSHIP

Opening up to honest conversation

By Paul Marinko | 12 September 2024

Dawn Carter-McDonald’s first year in charge of Hackney LBC has had its share of ups and downs, bu...

PREVENTION

The power of prevention

By Ben Franklin | 12 September 2024

Ben Franklin makes the case for putting communities at the heart of the new preventative state

COHESION

Mayors asked to take lead in drive against extremism

By Martin Ford | 05 September 2024

Local political leaders have been asked to spearhead efforts to tackle extremism and foster great...

frederica-diamanta

Project Manager (Major Works) RBKC618695

£55,497 - £63,045 per annum

Collaborate with residents and colleagues on a wide portfolio of vital contracts and projects. Apply for this job

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Executive Director, Place, Prosperity and Sustainability

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council

Executive Director, Adult Social Care and Health

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council

frederica-diamanta

Project Manager (Major Works) RBKC618695

£55,497 - £63,045 per annum

Collaborate with residents and colleagues on a wide portfolio of vital contracts and projects. Apply for this job

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Executive Director, Place, Prosperity and Sustainability

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council

Executive Director, Adult Social Care and Health

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council