Heather Jameson 30 September 2025

Labour conference: Growth could be derailed by Reform, warns Brabin

West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has warned Labour councillors that growth plans could be ‘derailed' in the event of big wins for Reform at the polls next May.

She claimed it was a ‘critical moment for the Labour movement' as Reform would love to stand in the way of growth and keep the party ‘mired in the politics'.

Visit The MJ (£) to continue reading.

#Elections #Economic growth #Mayors #reform party uk #Labour conference

Analysis

Protecting the public realm without shutting it down

As Martyn's Law approaches, this free special report from LocalGov and Hill & Smith sets out how councils can protect public spaces without shutting them down.

Opinion

Local Government FM: Time for a real strategy

Talking to LocalGov, David Parrett, Director at Cadaema Consulting Services, argues that facilities management in local government needs a clear strategy.

Most Popular News

Reform UK council group leader arrested over nomination papers

Council takes legal action to reclaim school sold in paperwork blunder

Council launches legal action to protect district in LGR row

Council warns of 150% council tax hike

Future Sheffield: How one city council is upskilling its workforce

New Products

Safeguarding Children - the AAT Way

MSL enhances hygiene auditing with air quality testing for Awaab’s Law compliance

Cadcorp launches Mapestry

Bolton Council Upgrades 120+ School Crossings with Smart CMS Control by Lucy Zodion

NEC CONTRACTS HAS GONE DIGITAL: PAPERLESS, TO GIVE YOU MORE

Vent-Axia Delivers Social Housing a Smart Ventilation Solution Ahead of Awaab’s Law

New remotely lockable cabinet will help manage medication for people with mental health issues

Case Studies

Acrospire's Heritage Lighting Upgrade at Britannia Quay Balances Performance and Ecology

Acrospire Improves Safety Across Greenwich Subways with LED Lighting Upgrade

Cornwall’s Coastal Heritage Lighting Upgraded with Acrospire Lanterns

Acrospire Delivers Durable Handrail Lighting Upgrade for Historical Landmark Jacob’s Ladder

Acrospire Delivers Seamless Heritage Lighting Upgrade on Bath’s North Parade Bridge

Acrospire Delivers Retrofit Lighting for Newbridge’s Joe Calzaghe Footbridge

Acrospire Delivers PIR-Controlled Lighting at Ruislip Lido Car Park

Company Anouncements

Siemens, Asset Management Software, Formerly Brightly Software, Expands Solutions Portfolio to More Connected Insights

Acrospire promotes LED retrofit for structurally viable lighting assets

Vent-Axia Welcomes the Future Homes Standard as Competency Takes Centre Stage

Apricorn Becomes First and Only Hardware-Encrypted USB Storage Device Manufacturer to Achieve AS9100 Certification

AAT helps Councils step up to address children’s social care

CU Phosco Approved as a Crown Commercial Service Supplier

Acrospire triumphs at the 2025 HEA Awards with Sustainable Project of the Year

Senior/Principal Regeneration Officer

£45,465 - £55,379

Our town centre regeneration is moving from planning to delivery, and we're looking for someone who wants to help make regeneration happen. Fareham, Hampshire

Recuriter: Fareham Borough Council

Engagement and Co-Production Practitioner

PO3 - £45,750 to £49,056

You will develop accessible and inclusive ways for people to participate, recognising that different children and families London (Greater)

Recuriter: Royal Borough of Greenwich

HR Business Partner Manager - Maldon District Council

£49435.14 - £54930.60 per annum + Pension

HR Business Partner Manager - Maldon District CouncilPermanent, Full TimeFrom £49,435.14 to £54,930.6053,175.80 per annum Location

Recuriter: Essex County Council

Disability Home Improvement Service Manager

£71 181 - £74 802

We are looking for a proven leader with significant experience managing customer-focused housing, adaptation, or home improvement services. London (Greater)

Recuriter: Royal Borough of Greenwich