Lords block Government move to influence council pension investments

19/03/2026

Lord John Fuller has lauded the decision of fellow peers to scupper the Government's ability to influence how local government pension funds are invested.

Northamptonshire councils consider joint devolution plan

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Government tightens intervention in Tower Hamlets

Oxford approves £32m boost to temporary accommodation to cut hotel use

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District Councils’ Network announces rebranding amid LGR

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Politics and Policy

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Human Resources

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Brum council secures waste depot injunction

Calls to indemnify officers after U-turn debacle

Finance

Croydon pledge after SEND overspend

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Seven councils permitted to hike council tax above 5% cap

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Transformation

Solar-powered bin scheme drives efficiencies in Sheffield

Gateshead invests £4.5m to modernise IT networks and drive digital inclusion

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Council welcomes green data centre plans

Health and Social Care

ICB savings risk shifting care costs to councils, think-tank warns

Review highlights safeguarding lessons after baby’s death

Casey urged to consider potential of LATCos for social care

'Inconsistent' and 'variable': mixed review for SEND services

Public Property

Barking housing scheme could provide ‘blueprint for brownfield development’

Manchester CC unites with pension fund to boost housebuilding

John Lewis no longer to deliver Build to Rent housing

Lease signed for Brum hospital site regeneration

Analysis

How local authority trading companies thrive through culture and purpose

Anthony Lewis, Managing Director at Tile Hill, argues that purpose-driven culture and a strong employer value proposition are vital for LATCOs to attract talent and sustain long-term performance.

Opinion

LocalGov Weekly Round Up

A pivotal week for councils sees fresh devolution plans, new service pilots and key legal and political battles, writes LocalGov editor William Eichler.

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Case Studies

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Company Anouncements

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