Mayors

By Martin Ford | 24 April 2023

Cornwall Council has seen the collapse of its level three devolution deal. Martin Ford talks to s...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Why wait?

By Charlotte Alldritt | 21 March 2023

The Budget signals big steps for devolution, but the chancellor could do much for local governmen...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Economic development is suddenly fashionable

By Nigel Wilcock | 17 March 2023

Given the decision to dissolve the Local Enterprise Partnerships framework, one might assume the ...

CHIEF EXECUTIVES

Combined authority considers restructure

By Paul Marinko | 14 March 2023

The West of England Combined Authority is considering proposals to restructure its senior team as...

PLANNING

Fighting for freedom

By Ann McGauran | 21 February 2023

The District Councils’ Network conference takes place this week. Ann McGauran talks to those who ...

Ale and hearty

15 February 2023

There are certain compensations for bearing the heavy weight of political office and it seems the...

HOUSING

Deal reached on North East devolution package

By Martin Ford | 03 January 2023

Details of a proposed mayoral devolution deal for the North East of England have been released.

ADULT SOCIAL CARE

Top awards for sector in King Charles III's Honours list

By Martin Ford | 03 January 2023

Local government figures from across the sector have been recognised in the first New Year's Hono...

THIRD SECTOR

Mayors do not lead to better outcomes, polling finds

By Martin Ford | 19 December 2022

People do not think mayors lead to better outcomes for their community, polling by a coalition of...

DEVOLUTION

Mayors have 'done very well' from competitive funds

By Martin Ford | 13 December 2022

Metro mayors in England are pressing for competitive funding pots to be scrapped despite having b...

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