‘Small unitary councils can boost children’s services’
Proximity to place helps support children and families, says new report as council reorganisation looms Smaller councils can have a “natural advantage” in bringing about the close, connected communities which give children the best possible start in life. This is the...
Punishing growth: Top house-building councils hit by maximum funding cut
Local government funding reform will hit the Government’s growth mission and target of building 1.5 million homes, district councils warn The councils doing most to ensure new homes are built are set to be punished in reforms to local government finance, analysis by...
The public must have the final say on mega councils
It’s undemocratic not to proactively seek views of communities on council reorganisation The side-lining of the public in determining the future of cherished local services has been branded undemocratic. This follows the Government revealing local people will...