William Eichler 05 December 2023

LocalGov social media announcement

For all those interested in keeping up to date with the latest local government news, LocalGov.co.uk is now available on Facebook and Instagram.

Over the years, the LocalGov team has built up a loyal following of 18,000+ on Twitter/X and Linkedin – and we are very grateful for the support.

With such an obvious appetite for local government news, analysis and comment, we have decided to expand our social media reach by launching Facebook and Instagram pages.

If you are active on these platforms, then please do follow us for all the latest from local government.

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Opinion

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Case Studies

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Believ to install 22 charge points across Redcar and Cleveland

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Cloudhouse offers housing associations risk-free route to IT modernisation

Adaptations teams’ opportunity to optimise value

Park Ranger - WMF2407e

£26,403 - £26,824

As part of the Outdoor & Leisure Team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining, protecting and enhancing our parks and green spaces. Cumbria

Recuriter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Procurement Lead - WMF2409e

£45,091 - £46,142

An exciting opportunity has arisen to fill a Procurement Lead post in the Commissioning and Procurement Department. Cumbria / Various

Recuriter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Crematoria Team Leader

£32,061.00 - £34,434.00, Grade 7, 37 hours, Permanent

We are seeking a Crematoria Team Leader to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our Council’s Street Scene & Bereavement Services. Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Recuriter: Wakefield Council

Cemeteries Operative (Burials)

£28,598.00 - £31,537.00, Grade 6, 37 hours, Permanent

We are seeking a Cemeteries Operative to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our Council’s Street Scene & Bereavement Services. Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Recuriter: Wakefield Council