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Navigating borrowing options 21/10/2019 Local authorities need to be brave and hold out for lower interest rates following the PWLB rate rise, argues Christian Wall.
In competition with the PWLB 18/03/2019 Christian Wall considers what alternative funding channels are available to local authorities beyond the Public Works Loan Board.
Facing up to financial distress 19/09/2018 Christian Wall outlines the top actions that local authorities could take in order to address the financial pressures they currently face.
The indicators of distress 04/07/2018 Christian Wall outlines some of the warning signs that a council may be in financial distress.

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Jon Featonby, chief policy officer at Refugee Council, argues that last week’s High Court ruling shows hotels are an unsustainable solution for asylum seekers.

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Shift Lead (Longlands) Adult Social Care

£28,716

Longlands Care home is situated in Daventry, we offer a happy and safe living environment in which our residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life. Our Team of friendly and committed staff provide the highest level of care and specialise in supportin Daventry

Recuriter: West Northamptonshire Council