A golden age of local government
Tim Pope says that the coronavirus crisis has led to a renewed sense of purpose and ingenuity in local government.
IDS think tank calls for raise in pension age to 75
19/08/2019 The state pension age should be increased to 75 in order to boost the economy by £182bn, says a centre-right think tank which is close to the Government. |
Returning to work
10/01/2018 Catherine Kift explains how councils can help more people back into work after a career break or retirement. |
One in seven believe they’ll be exempt from council tax after retirement, survey reveals
26/07/2017 Many people facing retirement have unrealistic expectations of the discounts and subsidies they will be entitled to, according insurance company Aviva. |
Council leader steps down following 38 years of service
23/02/2017 The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced he is standing down from his position after 38 years in local government. |
Councils must tackle 'impending' retirement housing gap
07/02/2017 Councils should be legally required to ensure there are enough retirement homes in their local area when making housing plans, a think tank has said today. |
Manchester’s retiring chief executive 'hard act to follow'
15/09/2016 Sir Howard Bernstein has announced he is to retire as chief executive of Manchester City Council after many years of public service. |
This issue of Public Property examines how how flexible workspaces can lead the way in regeneration for local authorities, Why local authority intervention is key to successful urban regeneration schemes and if the Government’s challenge of embracing beauty is an opportunity for communities.
The March issue also takes a closer look at Blackburn with Darwen Council's first digital health hub to help people gain control over health and care services.
