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FINANCE

Putting the sector in the Budget driving seat: Ditch the SEND statutory override

By Rob Powell | 04 November 2025

Rob Powell tackles his seven priorities for the Budget and says it’s all to play for.

COUNCIL TAX

Tory MPs warn of 'unrestricted' mayoral levy

By Martin Ford | 03 November 2025

An attempt by MPs to limit tax rises imposed by mayors has failed.

FAIR FUNDING

Fears over fair funding tax formula

By Martin Ford | 30 October 2025

Proposals around council tax in the fair funding review could actually have a detrimental impact ...

COUNCIL TAX

'Outdated and harmful': Council bailiff use soars 30%

By William Eichler | 20 October 2025

The use of bailiffs by local authorities in England and Wales has surged by 30% in just two years...

COUNCIL TAX

Welsh Government confirms council tax changes

By Martin Ford | 30 September 2025

The Welsh Government is to extend the time allowed before council tax enforcement can take place.

FINANCE

Cash flow warning over council tax change

By Joe Lepper | 15 September 2025

Plans to switch council tax billing from 10 to 12-month instalments could leave local authorities...

FINANCE

Fair Funding 2.0 next steps: Turning promises into action for deprived communities

By Cllr Sir Stephen Houghton | 08 September 2025

Full council tax equalisation and the use of deprivation indices mark a critical shift toward nee...

FINANCE

A taxing dilemma

By Paul Marinko | 27 August 2025

Councils calling for council tax reform should be careful what they wish for, writes Paul Marinko

FINANCE

Calls for fair funding tax flexibility

By Martin Ford | 22 August 2025

The Government has been urged to lift the council tax referendum limit to help local authorities ...

FINANCE

CCN: Residents to face maximum council tax rises

By Izzy Lepone | 20 August 2025

Residents of county and rural regions will face ‘maximum council tax rises’ under the Government’...

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Director of Education and Inclusion

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Assistant Director – Law, Governance and HR (Monitoring Officer)

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frederica-diamanta

Director of Education and Inclusion

£120,901

Premium jobAs we move into a new era built on the strengths and ambition of our borough, we are seeking an outstanding Director of Education... Apply for this job

Wigan Council

Assistant Director – Law, Governance and HR (Monitoring Officer)

Up to £78,510 p.a. (pay award pending)

Lead governance, integrity and legal excellence in Rushcliffe. Apply for this job

Rushcliffe Borough Council

Service Director – Adult Social Care

£106,769 to £114,229

We’re seeking an inspiring, strategic leader... Apply for this job

Central Bedfordshire

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