Lowest average council tax expected in Wandsworth

Wandsworth Council is proposing to cut council tax for the next year, believed to be the only local authority to be reducing council tax bills.

Youth services cuts could pay for over 1,000 youth workers

More than 1,000 youth and community support workers could be recruited using money removed from a flagship government fund for youth services.

Faster progress needed to tackle housing energy efficiency

A lack of clear government strategies and insufficient financial incentives are undermining progress on decarbonisation in the residential sector.

Derelict sites in three regions transformed into new homes

The government has said that derelict and underused brownfield sites across the country will be transformed into new homes.

One in ten know someone making false claim on Council Tax

Brits are being urged to report fraud as new research reveals one in 10 know someone dishonestly claiming a discount on their Council Tax Bill.

New diversity and inclusion plan for Civil Service

Steve Barclay has said that the people who design and deliver government services across the UK should better reflect those they serve.

Number of rough sleepers reaches eight-year low

LUHC has reported that the number of people sleeping rough on England’s streets is at its lowest level in eight years and has halved since 2017.

Public transport in UK cities most expensive in Europe

The UK’s largest cities, Birmingham, London and Greater Manchester, are ranked amongst the worst in Europe for public transport affordability.

Free cyber skills training for thousands of school pupils

Thousands of secondary school students will learn essential cyber security skills for free through a new online learning platform being rolled out in schools.

Stronger action needed on major health risk factors

The Health Foundation has called for the government to take stronger action to tackle the leading risk factors for ill health.

Businesses asked to help in drive to end rough sleeping

The government is calling on business and charity leaders to be more generous in offering employment opportunities to former homeless people.

Government outlines plan for living with Covid

All remaining domestic covid regulations restricting public freedoms are to end this week as part of the government’s Living with Covid Plan.

Electoral Commission warns bill threatens independence

The Electoral Commission has said that plans could seriously undermine its independence and could affect confidence in the wider electoral system.

Everyone should be legally entitled to nature access

Wildlife campaigners are arguing that everyone in the UK should be legally entitled to equal access to nature.

£200 savings on bills with energy efficiency investment

Thousands of households will see energy bills reduced by up to £200 a year as part of £67 million to install insulation and clean heating.

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