Local GovernmentAssessing mayoral candidates in Greater ManchesterAs part of the local elections on 6 May, the people of Greater Manchester will be electing a regional mayor. Here are the candidates Sustainability & Net ZeroCommunities can deliver clean energy and millions of jobsPolly Billington explores local clean energy partnerships and the benefits of generating energy near to where it is used as we progress towards Net Zero HRGetting to grips with Public Sector PensionsWhat is happening with Public Sector Pensions in the next year? Shaun Tetley, chair of the CIPP's Public Sector Specialist Interest Group, explains Transport & RoadsThe Go Ultra Low Cities SchemeThe Energy Saving Trust look at some of the lessons learnt from each of the cities involved in the Go Ultra Low Cities scheme Waste ManagementAn opportunity to create a greener footingWe need to think seriously about how we 'build back better' in a way that tackles a potentially more catastrophic global crisis - climate change Transport & RoadsMaking greener journeys more desirableFrancesca DiGiorgio writes for Friends of the Earth about the design aspect of shifting local planning to deter unnecessary car journeys Facilities ManagementA post-pandemic workplace opportunityPeter Brogan provides a preview to the findings of the IWFM Market Outlook Survey, ahead of the launch of the full findings in the coming weeks Local government funding – where are we now?CIPFA CEO Rob Whiteman provides a breakdown of the local government financial picture heading into 2021/22 TechnologyWhy the shift to online requires automating ID verificationBarley Laing explains why those in the public sector must look seriously at automating ID verification to protect themselves against fraud Technology Smart cities: embracing continuous changeStuart Patrick, chief executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, details how smart digital technologies will impact city centre experience Load More *NEWS £88.6m to train construction workers and boost housebuilding in London £4.5 million for cycling in Wales First Ministers pledge closer cooperation Enforcement operation tackles waste crime Neighbourhood crime down in London Burnham to become first PM to work from No10 North Burnham promises 'growth in every postcode' Business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues £17 million for home energy upgrades in Wales Bus fares to be capped at £2 for 2027