Action needed on ‘dysfunctional’ children’s social care market

The UK has ‘sleepwalked’ into a system in which children are failing to get suitable placements in foster care and children’s homes.

Over £5m spent by public sector annually destroying drives

Governments and public sector organisations spend millions globally each year destroying data storage devices despite sustainable alternatives.

Case studies shared highlighting councils climate efforts

Friends of the Earth has said that progress needs to be accelerated in every local area if the UK’s climate and nature targets are to be met.

Devolving powers from Whitehall can boost democracy

With a renewed discussion around devolution, there is an opportunity to address the lack of democracy across England, says new report.

Financial report supports Havant ending partnership

CIPFA has assessed that Havant Borough Council could have the financial resources available to separate from East Hampshire District Council.

LGA urges for review of VAT on e-cigarette sales

The Local Government Association has said that the government should cut VAT on the sale of vaping products to help people to stop smoking.

Councils should lead delivery of reshaped care system

Tens of thousands of young people could avoid the care of local authorities if councils lead the charge on delivering a reshaped care system.

First ever London-wide Women’s Network launched

The London Boroughs Women's Network has launched to bring together people from across London local government.

Britain faces the biggest income squeeze in generations

The conflict in Ukraine could cause typical household incomes across Britain to fall by four per cent in the coming financial year.

Transparency pilot to break down barriers for women

To mark International Women’s Day, Baroness Stedman-Scott is launching two new initiatives to level up employment opportunities for women.

Energy bill hike could leave 8.5m households in fuel poverty

The End Fuel Poverty Coalition has issued a warning that the energy crisis could leave 8.5 million households unable to heat their homes.

Non-British rough sleepers ‘targeted for deportation’

The personal data of dozens of non-British rough sleepers has been shared with the Home Office, potentially leading to their deportation.

New laws to end ‘no bar blues’ mobile coverage

Reforms to planning laws will mean fewer phone masts will be needed overall to level up the country with improved 4G and 5G mobile coverage.

£288 million fund opens for green heating projects

Households and businesses are set to benefit from greener heating as a £288 million government funding scheme is opened.

Children’s social worker shortage reaches five-year high

Latest workforce data shows that the number of children and family social workers quitting their jobs at a five-year high.

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