Should councillors contribute to their political parties?

By Paul Wheeler | 22 November 2011

Paul Wheeler wonders about the merits of councillors being asked to chip into funding their polit...

It is important to maintain a standards regime

By Abdool Kara | 22 November 2011

Abdool Kara wonders how well councils can regulate their own standards.

We all know it will continue to be tough

By Sheila Little | 22 November 2011

Sheila Little finds that the recent Audit Commission report on how councils have been coping with...

Sir Stephen Bubb on the Work Programme

By Stephen Bubb | 22 November 2011

Sir Stephen Bubb looks at how the Work Programme has been heralded as a key example of the reform...

Localism Act: Planning

21 November 2011

Where is the extra money coming from?

By Michael Burton | 21 November 2011

The old adage about being beware of strangers bringing you gifts is particularly pertinent in the...

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frederica-diamanta

Legal & Democratic Services Divisional Manager (Monitoring Officer)

Up to £88,183 per annum plus relocation package

Step into a leadership role managing a strong legal team in a fast-moving, politically dynamic environment Apply for this job

Chichester District Council

Chief Officer Housing Solutions and Homelessness

Up to £105,000 per annum

Home to just over 205,000 diverse residents, Westminster is a place of ambition and opportunity. Apply for this job

Westminster City Council

Director of Public Health

£147,676 - £157,619 (pay award pending)

As a young and ambitious unitary authority we are an exciting place to work. Apply for this job

West Northamptonshire Council