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FINANCE

Time to change

By By Graeme McDonald | 04 September 2024

The Government needs councils if it wants to deliver on its priorities so change for the sector i...

POLICY

Think-tank calls for £6bn devolution to tackle economic inactivity

By Ellie Ames | 03 September 2024

The Government should transfer £6bn to local government in a bid to tackle economic inactivity, a...

REORGANISATION

What about local government reorganisation?

By Heather Jameson | 03 September 2024

Heather Jameson says two things repeatedly return that make the prospect of reorganisation loom s...

FINANCE

Fiscal devolution could lead to greater inequalities, warns IFS

By Emily Twinch | 03 September 2024

Devolution must come with reform of council funding allocations or it could worsen inequalities, ...

FINANCE

Devolution may be sexier, but funding reform is vital

By David Phillips | 03 September 2024

David Phillips says that In the excitement about devolution, it is vital not to forget another bi...

MAYORS

Tees Valley mayor in 'antagonistic' relationship with councillors

By Paul Marinko | 28 August 2024

An independent review has called for action to address the ‘antagonistic’ relationship between Te...

DEVOLUTION

Devo depends on fixing councils' finances, warns think-tank

By Ann McGauran | 28 August 2024

The Government’s positive messages on devolution will not lead to progress unless council finance...

DEVOLUTION

Unleashing the power of mayors

By Ann McGauran | 28 August 2024

Embracing mayors so publicly sent out the strongest of signals about how important the Government...

DEVOLUTION

Beefing up the sub-regions

By Luke Raikes | 28 August 2024

Devolution is entering a significant new phase, says Luke Raikes. He sets out the immediate chall...

DEVOLUTION

Six club together for South Midlands devolution

By Martin Ford | 27 August 2024

Steps are being taken towards forming a devolution proposal covering six councils in the South Mi...

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frederica-diamanta

Chief Executive

Up to £234,171

This is a rare opportunity to lead a council with both strength and ambition at a time of change. Apply for this job

Leicestershire County Council

Director of Adults and Integrated Commissioning

up to £129,530 per annum

A career-defining role at the heart of adult social care transformation. Apply for this job

Kent County Council

Service Director – Skills and Regeneration

up to £114,023

Kirklees is a district of ambition, compassion, and opportunity. Apply for this job

Kirklees Metropolitan Council