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FINANCE

Getting to grips with a tough gig

By Rob Whiteman CBE | 09 October 2024

Public services need bold reform from a fresh government, says Rob Whiteman. He looks at what nee...

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Children's services need cash injection amid rising cases, says LGA

By Emily Twinch | 09 October 2024

Children’s services in England need an ‘emergency cash injection’ in the Budget to deal with ‘rec...

FINANCE

Finding hope in public sector collaboration

By Tracie Langley | 04 October 2024

As opportunities to make efficiencies become more scarce, joining up service offers across the pu...

FINANCE

Council issues formal complaint over public interest report

By Martin Ford | 04 October 2024

Luton BC has issued a formal complaint against its auditor following the publication of a public ...

AUDIT

Councillors accused of 'not seriously considering' auditor recommendations

By William Eichler | 04 October 2024

Auditors have accused Dudley Council members of ‘not seriously considering’ the recommendations o...

SOCIAL CARE

It's time for a social care revolution

By Sam Newman | 04 October 2024

Before we fix the money for social care we must change the conversation, as a radical alternative...

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 ...

FINANCE

Councils face £54bn funding deficit

By Ellie Ames | 03 October 2024

New research has forecast a £54bn funding shortfall facing England’s local authorities over the n...

HOUSING

Homelessness surge driving councils' housing costs

By Martin Ford | 03 October 2024

Councils face an increase in temporary accommodation costs of 33% resulting from a surge in homel...

FINANCE

Chief speaks out over Welsh pensions threat

By Dan Peters | 02 October 2024

Wales’ eight local government pension funds should be left under the control of councillors, a fo...

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frederica-diamanta

Assistant Director, Education, Aspirations and Achievement

up to £105,680

Lead change. Raise aspirations. Shape futures. Apply for this job

Hartlepool Borough Council

Assistant Director, Children and Families

up to £105,680

Every child deserves the best possible start in life. Apply for this job

Hartlepool Borough Council

Director of Assets, Environment and Economy

Up to £109,000

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we’re more than an organisation, we’re a community, inside and out. Apply for this job

Nottinghamshire County Council

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