BUSINESS

Taking the first steps towards re-imagining our services

By Sean Hanson – Chief executive, Local Partnerships | 22 February 2022

Until recently, re-procurement of services was the default approach. 'Now we are seeing an increa...

EDUCATION

Council to bring some services back in-house

By Laura Sharman | 17 February 2022

Staffordshire CC will bring a small number of services back in-house following a review of its 10...

WHITEHALL

Social housing deserves decarbonisation primacy

By Tim Wood | 16 February 2022

Tim Wood examines the importance of decarbonisation measures across housing.

ENVIRONMENT

Leading the way in the recycling revolution

By Kristy Spindler – Project Director, Local Partnerships | 26 January 2022

The local government sector has bold ambitions for linking the circular economy and net zero, say...

RECRUITMENT

How to attract the best talent

By Sonia Tanda | 11 January 2022

2021 was quite a year for local government recruitment, especially in social work, says Sonia Tan...

FINANCE

Buckinghamshire signs £15m waste contract

By Martin Ford | 06 January 2022

Buckinghamshire Council’s deal with FCC Recycling includes an option to extend worth almost £30m.

WASTE

Council to bring recycling centres in-house

By William Eichler | 16 December 2021

Kirklees MBC is to bring its household waste and recycling centres in-house as part of an effort ...

RECRUITMENT

We need action to tackle the imminent public health workforce shortages

By Nick Raper | 15 December 2021

Nick Raper at Penna says there is a need to attract and retain diverse, talented and qualified in...

BUSINESS

Veolia and Suez merger criticised by competition authority

By William Eichler | 08 December 2021

The merger of Veolia and Suez could lead to a loss of competition in the supply of several waste ...

DIGITAL

What to do when best practice still loses you £6.4m?

By Dr Andrew Larner | 07 December 2021

The threat to councils from cyber attacks, rather like coronavirus, is endemic and we need to lea...

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Executive Director, Adult Social Care and Health

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frederica-diamanta

Project Manager (Major Works) RBKC618695

£55,497 - £63,045 per annum

Collaborate with residents and colleagues on a wide portfolio of vital contracts and projects. Apply for this job

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Executive Director, Place, Prosperity and Sustainability

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council

Executive Director, Adult Social Care and Health

£174,250 to £226,662

We are a city facing unprecedented financial challenges. Apply for this job

Birmingham City Council