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Councils secure funding for EV charging scheme 14/07/2025 Local authorities are to benefit from a £25m scheme to enable cheaper electric vehicle (EV) charging for those without off-street parking.
North of Scotland awards £300m infrastructure contract 04/06/2025 North of Scotland Councils have secured a £300m contract for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Council to roll out 6,000 chargers across Suffolk 11/04/2025 Suffolk CC is set to deliver around 6,000 new public electric vehicle (EV) chargers across the county to support residents make the transition to EVs.
6,000 EV chargers to be rolled out in Brighton 07/04/2025 More than 6,000 electric vehicle chargers are set to be rolled out across Brighton and Hove in what is said to be the largest project of its kind in the UK.

Analysis

Underfunding, Not Demand, Is Breaking SEND

Jack Lowman, Sense, says properly funding the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system is vital for disabled children to get the best start.

Opinion

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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.

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Head of Democratic Services, Elections & Monitoring Officer

Grade 12 £67,236 – £71,223 plus £3000pa Statutory Officer Allowance

We are looking for an accomplished and proactive leader for our vacant post of Head of Democratic Services & Elections Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Recuriter: Harborough District Council