Ann McGauran 27 February 2025

Leicestershire pushes for 'transparent' talks with districts on reorganisation

District councils have ‘excluded' Leicestershire CC from meetings and discussions about future plans for reorganisation, according to the county council's acting leader.

Deborah Taylor hit back against claims that it has not engaged with district council leaders over local government reorganisation.

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Wigan Council and AllChild are proving that long-term, community-driven programmes can improve outcomes for children while reducing pressure on local services and public spending. LocalGov finds out more.

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£100,731 to £104,625

You will join a values-driven senior leadership team, providing visible and responsive leadership. Manchester

Recuriter: Trafford Council

Housing Ombudsman

£130,095 per annum, negotiable based on experience.

The Housing Ombudsman Service allows colleagues to choose if they wish to work in the London office, from home or a hybrid of the two London (Greater)

Recuriter: Housing Ombudsman Service