We need more flexibility on planning
In The MJ, 16 August 2016:Â It is important that the performance of councils in approving planning permissions is considered within the wider context of local authorities seeking greater flexibilities, writes District Councils’ Network chair Cllr Neil...
Let districts step up to the plate for public health
In The MJ, 2 August 2016: Sandra Dinneen, chair of the DCN chief executives’ group, makes case for districts to help shape Sustainability Transformation Plans (STPs) and improve local public health outcomes.
DCN consultation response: New Homes Bonus – ‘sharpening the incentive’
The District Councils’ Network response to the DCLG’s consultation into reform of the New Homes Bonus can be found at the link below DCN response to ‘sharpening the incentive’