Lee Peart 07 August 2024

Labour reaffirms commitment to National Care Service

Care minister Stephen Kinnock has reaffirmed Labour's commitment to a National Care Service.

Speaking after chancellor Rachel Reeves scrapped delayed care charging reforms along with plans for an adult social care training and development fund, Kinnock said Labour remained committed to supporting the social care workforce in the long term.

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Highways Development Officer

£37,280 - £40,777

This is an exciting time for a talented, self-driven professional to join us in the role of Highways Development Management Co-ordinator. Gloucester

Recuriter: Gloucestershire County Council

Principal Highways Development Officer

£48,226 - £51,35

This is an exciting time for a talented, self-driven professional to join us in the role of Highways Principal Development Management Co-ordinator . Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Recuriter: Gloucestershire County Council

Procurement Officer

£39190 - £41797

Are you ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a real difference to the communities we serve? At West Northamptonshire Council, we’re looking for an ambitious Procurement Officer to play a key role in shaping how we deliver high Northampton

Recuriter: West Northamptonshire Council