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LAs need to make changes to survive
Councils that fail to innovate and adapt to the tough funding climate will face a ‘slow and painful demise’ over the next five years,…
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Dev Met
The UK’s major cities could become self-sufficient economic powerhouses through a ‘Devo Met’ deal that releases them from the suffocating grip of central government.…
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The case for decentralisation from IPPR
A 10-year programme of English decentralisation, spanning parliaments and built on cross-party support, is urgently required – starting now. Here is the latest report…
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Social Housing is a lifestyle choice
Nearly half of the British public believe social housing tenants choose to claim benefits as a lifestyle choice, a survey by ComRes on behalf…
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Grand multi landlord plan for meeting Manchester’s housing needs
The 10 local authorities in Greater Manchester are consulting the public on a multi-council plan to work together to support housing and employment growth.…
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11 councils get a self building boost
Ministers have named 11 councils that will share half a million pounds to support self-builders get housing projects off the ground. According to LG…
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Can councils keep the assets of criminals?
Councils should be allowed to keep all cash and assets seized from criminals to help improve the lives of local communities, according to the…
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Survey on satisfaction for Affinity Sutton
New research by Ipsos MORI for Affinity Sutton – one of the biggest providers of affordable housing in England – finds most private and social renters…
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Bold devolution charter
England’s cities should have pooled budgets and freedom to allocate funds as they see fit, according to proposals outlined in a ‘bold devolution charter’. According…
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Could Manchester be the first devolved city?
Manchester should become the first fully devolved city in England, with full control over all public spending, according to new proposals from a think…
