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‘New funding will save many leisure centres – for now’

‘New funding will save many leisure centres – for now’

The District Councils’ Network is pleased that the Government has listened to our call to support the crisis-hit leisure sector. As part of the Spring Budget, the Treasury has announced a one-year £63m fund will support leisure centres with pools, £40m of which is...
DCN sets out a new future for the New Homes Bonus

DCN sets out a new future for the New Homes Bonus

The District Councils’ Network sets out a new future for the New Homes Bonus In our response to the government’s consultation, the DCN calls for government to maintain current funding levels, honour the final legacy payment allocated in 2019/20, and reject...
Grant Thornton Transformation in localities report

Grant Thornton Transformation in localities report

Grant Thornton Transformation in localities report   This short report has been commissioned by DCN as a follow-up to our 2018 “Transformation in Localities Toolkit”. It recognises the role of District Councils as practical collaborators, delivery agents and...

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