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Free school lunches for infants
The Government has announced further details of how it will help make free lunches a reality for all infant schoolchildren from September. According to…
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Can we devolve more to Councils?
An influential European report has called for England’s councils to receive greater influence over local decisions. According to LG News: Warning that the ability…
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New Planning guidance
The final version of streamlined online planning guidance was published by Nick Boles yesterday, as he ‘reaffirmed’ the government’s commitment to green belt protection.…
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Report proposes new style of council tax
Bills could fall by more than 10% if council tax was replaced by a progressive property value levy, a charity has said. According to…
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Half might rent in 30 years
Half of Great Britain could be renting within 30 years, according to a report published today. According to the CIH: The report by non-profit…
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Improving outreach to large audienced
Improving communications can have an incredible impact on a public sector organisation’s ability to achieve its mission. To be successful, organisations must be able…
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One on 20 might live in social housing in 20 years
The social housing sector in England could house one in every five people within 20 years, the National Housing Federation has said. Inside Housing…
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LAs might get powers to hold road races – consultation
Local authorities could be given the power to hold motor sports events on public roads, under new proposals announced by the Government. According to…
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Business rates – time for change?
The current system of business rates is ‘not fit for purpose’ and needs fundamental reform, MPs have said. LG News has reported: Warning the high street…
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Councils need to stem the demand for services
Councils must stem the mounting demand for services by finding a long-term answer to the challenges of austerity, a report claims. According to LG…
