CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Taking Matters into counties' own hands

The role of counties can be transformed through bold devolution and far-reaching reform to public services. Cllr Paul Carter expands on the launch of a new campaign.

While a new Government in place ends the recent unprecedented political upheaval, a great detail of uncertainty is ahead, not least for local government. Post-Brexit, the sector has collectively asked the question: what happens next?

With new ministers now appointed, the sector should concentrate on influencing the prime minister and her team to consider policy changes.

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