EDUCATION

Learning from the school places challenge

By Mark Robinson | 26 October 2016

Government support for grammar schools and rising demand from communities mean councils face a to...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

A rosy future for shared services?

By James Evison | 26 October 2016

Shared services are common across all tiers of local government, but what opportunities for innov...

FINANCE

Quids in or cashing out?

By Heather Jameson | 18 October 2016

With vital business rate localisation decisions being thrashed out, and in the shadow of a new Lo...

FINANCE

Working in a competitive world

By Malcolm Morley | 18 October 2016

In this climate of devolution, joint working and combined authorities, Malcolm Morley says local ...

THIRD SECTOR

Devolution – restoring faith in democracy?

By Aidan Harper | 18 October 2016

The EU referendum and its aftermath have been poor examples of democracy in action. Stronger citi...

HUMAN RESOURCES

That's why they call them senior managers

By Blair McPherson | 14 October 2016

As local authority chief executives meet at the SOLACE Summit, Blair McPherson examines how their...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Getting UK growth airborne

By Lawrence Conway | 12 October 2016

Ministers at the Conservative Party Conference revealed much about their plans for economic growt...

FINANCE

In search of a plan

By Dr Jo Casebourne | 12 October 2016

Brexit has changed the devolution landscape and local government needs urgent clarity on crucial ...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Lesson from the chair

By Thomas Bridge | 12 October 2016

Gavin Jones speaks to Thomas Bridge about the future priorities of SOLACE, his views on new pres...

FINANCE

It's business time

By Charlie Parker | 12 October 2016

Major reforms to the business rates system are crucial if local government is to make the most of...

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frederica-diamanta

Strategic Director, Finance and Resources (S.151 Officer)

£110,799 - £120,706

Blackburn with Darwen is a distinctive, welcoming and vibrant borough with a strong identity and a genuine buzz about the place. Apply for this job

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Principal Lawyer (Adult Social Care)

£55,036 - £58,879

Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skill Apply for this job

West Northamptonshire Council

Fire Safety Surveyor

£66555 - £76077 per annum

Help protect residents and shape better standards across our borough.As a Fire Safety Surveyor, you'll use your technical expertise to help make homes Apply for this job

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council