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Supporting evidence-based policymaking 17/10/2019 Andrew Carter explains how new guidance will help councils decide what services should be prioritised in the wake of swinging cuts.
Cities must embrace technological change to prosper in future 18/06/2018 As we stand on the cusp of another age of automation, Andrew Carter says cities need to prepare and adapt to the coming changes to prosper in the future.
Tough decisions needed to protect commercial heart of cities 11/04/2018 As urban centres change transform, the priority should be on protecting and expanding the commercial space in city centres, rather than encouraging more residential development, argues Andrew Carter.

Analysis

Beyond the Leisure Centre: How to make the case for active wellbeing investment

This special report from LocalGov and Alliance Leisure makes the case for repositioning council leisure provision as prevention infrastructure.

Opinion

Devolution and putting place first

The real lesson of Andy Burnham's Makerfield success, argues Dr Jonathan Carr-West, is that place – not personality – is the key to Britain's future.

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Case Studies

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Company Anouncements

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

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Childcare Solicitor

£38,220 to £51,356 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Childcare Solicitor

£38,220 to £51,356 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Revenues Officer

£29,064 - £31,537

If you enjoy working with people and resolving queries, this role covering Council Tax queries and collections could be ideal for you. Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council