Ensuring LGR facilitates digital transformation: a DCN/Capita roundtable
Frustration was expressed that the transformation element of LGR – digital change, in particular – is being neglected in the rush for councils to agree new organisational footprints. Attendees urged a great focus on tech and data use to ensure new unitary councils...
‘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...