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CULTURE

Great Yarmouth's UK Town of Culture bid comes at a crucial time

By Sheila Oxtoby | 27 August 2026

The timing of Great Yarmouth's place on the shortlist for UK Town of Culture couldn't be better t...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Let's take the Prime Minister at his word

By Zoe Billingham | 27 August 2026

Much of the success of the Prime Minister's agenda will depend on how the mayors and local author...

REORGANISATION

Building a better system on the go

By Andy Begley | 27 August 2026

Andy Begley says the biggest problem with local government reorganisation may not be getting the ...

REORGANISATION

What local leadership needs to thrive

By Robin Rogers | 27 August 2026

Reflecting on the Government’s preference for three unitaries for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire,...

DEVOLUTION

You can't devolve without saving local government

By Heather Jameson | 26 August 2026

Devolution needs strong councils too, says Heather Jameson - and it is time to invest in local go...

PLACE-MAKING

Economic rewiring must also benefit towns

By Sarah Norman | 26 August 2026

Barnsley’s story shows why towns need long-term investment, says Sarah Norman.

REORGANISATION

Turning a new unitary into a home

By Michael Coughlin | 26 August 2026

Michael Coughlin says reorganisation offers councils a rare opportunity to redesign structures, c...

REORGANISATION

Getting staffing right in LGR

By Ian Miller | 26 August 2026

New Government guidance still leaves councils navigating complex staffing, TUPE and legal conside...

PLACE-MAKING

Finding a proper place in our future

By Dr Helen Paterson | 25 August 2026

Northumberland CC’s chief executive Helen Paterson is developing an evidence-based think-piece on...

DEVOLUTION

Backing good growth locally

By Matt Smith | 25 August 2026

Devolution brings some risk, but also massive opportunity, says Matt Smith.

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frederica-diamanta

Director of Governance and Civic Services

c£130,000

As the Council’s statutory Monitoring Officer, you will champion strong governance and integrity Apply for this job

London Borough of Merton

Executive Director Corporate Resources, Section 151 Officer

up to £160,217

The successful candidate will combine outstanding professional credibility and the ability to influence Apply for this job

Cheshire West & Chester

Director of Finance

highly competitive

Not only will you fulfil the role of statutory Chief Financial Officer you will be part of a directorate team Apply for this job

Torbay Council

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