An Aberdeenshire Council director has retired after 40 years of public service. Charles Armstrong, the council’s director of corporate services, joined Aberdeenshire when it was formed in 1996 as head of corporate finance, and soon became director of finance, before moving to corporate services.
Councils face growing pothole claims. Georgia Milton of DWF highlights how strong inspections and AI tools can help balance legal duties, budgets and safety.
Jon Featonby, chief policy officer at Refugee Council, argues that last week’s High Court ruling shows hotels are an unsustainable solution for asylum seekers.
