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FINANCE
Debt collection needs reform, says think tank
By Heather Jameson | 27 April 2020
Local government should follow the lead of the private sector when it comes to debt collection, t...
SOCIAL CARE
Don't lose the increased recognition due to a failure to fund services
By Paul O’Brien | 15 April 2020
It would be a tragedy for local government if an increased recognition of its role in keeping soc...
COUNCIL TAX
Tax needs a 'fundamental overhaul', says IfG
By Michael Burton | 15 April 2020
A combination of higher public spending due to coronavirus and rising social care costs means the...
COUNCIL TAX
Counties warn against a blanket council tax deferral scheme
By Laura Sharman | 08 April 2020
County councils have warned that a blanket council tax deferral scheme could create significant f...
COUNCIL TAX
We will be here for our residents every step of the way
By Cllr David Renard | 30 March 2020
David Renard outlines how Swindon BC’s rapid response to the public health emergency includes a p...
BUSINESS RATES
Our Ofsted journey to outstanding
By Shaun Davies | 25 March 2020
Cllr Shaun Davies explains how Telford & Wrekin Council’s Ofsted rating for children’s services l...
FINANCE
Council tax reform must be part of the business rates review
By Michael Burton | 18 March 2020
Like it or not, once the review of business rates is under way, it is hard not to see council tax...
BUSINESS RATES
Local government needs to 'hold the ring' on pooled public services' budgets
By Heather Jameson | 18 March 2020
Shadow minister for local government Jim McMahon tells Heather Jameson it was irresponsible that ...
FINANCE
Winners and losers under a reformed council tax
By Michael Burton | 18 March 2020
A new study from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) says revaluation of the £31bn council tax...
FINANCE
Government should grasp the council tax nettle
By David Phillips | 18 March 2020
Council tax needs to be revalued and should be reformed – and this government has both the ‘level...
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Special A, SCP 42-45, £55,224 - £58,605 pa
You will be responsible for the Councils asset management system, and ensuring all data is valid and current. Apply for this job
Communities Locality Lead
£53,051 - £57,372 per annum
We’re looking for an inspiring, community‑focused leader to join our Localities Service as the Communities team Locality Lead for Selby & Ainsty. Apply for this job
Director of Place
£125k plus Distant Islands Allowance
This is a key strategic role in supporting the economic success of our islands Apply for this job
- Election watchdog 'not consulted' before shadow poll cancellation
- Worcestershire reorganisation row erupts
- Medway talks with ministry over finances
- Labour Conference: McMahon will 'come back stronger' on LGR
- Downgrading councils who use illegal children's homes holds sector to 'unattainable standard'
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