English Devolution White Paper: DCN’s briefing
Summary of DCN Position DCN supports devolution and wants more power to be transferred to our local places. We broadly welcome the proposals in the English Devolution White Paper to create Strategic Authorities across England. However, DCN has real concerns about...
Revealed: the three reforms that could deliver 100,000 affordable homes
A landmark report today sets out a comprehensive plan to tackle England’s housing crisis, including three reforms which would alone provide 100,000 affordable homes. While the housing crisis in major cities traditionally dominates headlines, the report from the...
Social care reform should precede local government reorganisation
The District Councils’ Network has responded to the timetable announced for social care reform by the Government today. A review will be set up, led by Baroness Louise Casey, which will publish final proposals in 2028 for the creation of a National Care Service. It is...