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LEADERSHIP
The restoration of hope within local government
By Blair McPherson | 20 July 2026
Blair McPherson looks at the emotional balance sheet of local government following continual roun...
PUBLIC SERVICE REFORM
Ditch the red tape for relational working
By Anna Randle | 20 July 2026
Wigan’s relational approach shows how culture, trust and partnerships deliver better outcomes and...
FINANCE
Rethinking council tax for devo
By Ian Miller | 20 July 2026
Replacing central property surcharges with local tax powers would strengthen councils, accountabi...
FINANCE
Local government: What will finance look like in 2040?
By Rob Powell | 20 July 2026
Rob Powell says that for section 151 officers, the task ahead will be to embrace technology, resh...
JOBS
Section 106 is only as strong as the conversations behind it
By James Wright | 20 July 2026
James Wright explains how early collaboration helps turn Section 106 obligations into measurable ...
DEVOLUTION
Where devolution goes in government matters
By Heather Jameson | 16 July 2026
Last week’s Local Government Association conference was something of a waiting game – waiting for...
REORGANISATION
The key to LGR success
By Jo Walker | 16 July 2026
Gloucestershire CC is calling for a comprehensive review of local government funding, greater loc...
HR
The true value of improving wellbeing
By Paul Kelbie | 16 July 2026
Paul Kelbie discusses why councils need to rethink workplace wellbeing and outlines four areas to...
FINANCE
Moving blended finance upstream
By Claire Dhami | 16 July 2026
Claire Dhami explains why blended finance cannot remain a side conversation in public service inn...
DEVOLUTION
Will Burnham be the hero in history?
By Michael Burton | 16 July 2026
Andy Burnham has the chance to offer hope and opportunity to a sullen population disillusioned wi...
Service Directors: Children’s Social Care (North and South)
Up to £137,000
To succeed, you’ll already have an impressive and comprehensive track record of effectiveness, with particular experience in service improvement Apply for this job
Director of Digital, Data and Technology
circa £130,000
As our new Director, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering digital transformation across the council and beyond. Apply for this job
Director of Education
£111,136 – £116,521
The council is now looking for a social work qualified Director of Adult Social Care Apply for this job
Service Directors: Children’s Social Care (North and South)
Up to £137,000
To succeed, you’ll already have an impressive and comprehensive track record of effectiveness, with particular experience in service improvement Apply for this job
Director of Digital, Data and Technology
circa £130,000
As our new Director, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering digital transformation across the council and beyond. Apply for this job
Director of Education
£111,136 – £116,521
The council is now looking for a social work qualified Director of Adult Social Care Apply for this job
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