Breaking down England's fiscal devolution plans
David Phillips of the IFS tells LocalGov why England's regional finance reforms are modest by global comparison and what ministers still need to get right.
Ex-neo-Nazi quits council race, becomes Badenoch adviser
06/08/2026 Former neo-Nazi activist has withdrawn as a Conservative candidate for Somerset Council's elections but has been appointed as an adviser to Kemi Badenoch. |
Tories pick Trafford councillor for Greater Manchester mayoral by-election
29/06/2026 The Conservative Party has selected Trafford councillor Phil Eckersley as its candidate for the upcoming Greater Manchester mayoral by-election. |
Conservatives regain Redditch council in deal with Reform UK
27/05/2026 Conservatives have returned to power at Redditch Borough Council after striking a confidence and supply agreement with Reform UK. |
Suspended Tory councillor considers legal action over ‘defamatory’ remarks
26/05/2026 The deputy leader of Worcestershire County Council is considering legal action against the Conservative Party chairman after being suspended from the party. |
North Yorkshire Tory leadership vote abandoned after chaotic meeting
08/05/2026 A meeting to decide the future leadership of North Yorkshire Council's Conservative group ended without a vote after descending into disagreement and distress. |
Local Elections 2026: Results show Reform surge and Labour losses
08/05/2026 The 2026 local elections have delivered a seismic shift in English local government — confirming a dramatic surge for Reform UK and the Greens. |
All change: Reform UK projected to make huge gains as local elections get underway
07/05/2026 The chairs of three of the sector's major associations could change hands in the aftermath of today's local elections. |
