Single unitary councils could deliver £3 billion worth of savings over five years and ‘maximise’ the benefits of economic growth and housing policy.

Most councils in England and Wales issue less than one fine a week to litterers, with one in six issuing no fines at all across a year.

Sir Ed Davey has won the race to become the new leader of the Liberal Democrats, having secured 63.5 per vent of the vote.

Labour has called for key workers to stand as councillors ahead of next May’s elections and in the lead up to the next General Election.

Oxford City Council is set to become the first UK local authority to set out a city-wide air pollution reduction target in its draft Air Quality Action Plan.

The Early Years Alliance has reported that half of parents feel that the government hasn’t given enough support on childcare post-lockdown.

Delivery companies should consider switching to cargo bike schemes where possible to improve air quality and reduce congestion.

Healthcare professionals in the West Midlands are piloting a scheme which will ‘prescribe’ outdoor activities for those with poor mental health.

The learning gap between rich and poor primary age pupils in England has widened for the first time since 2007.

The leaders of Greater Manchester and West Midlands have called for guaranteed accommodation for every homeless person.

Secondary school pupils in England will have to wear masks in school corridors in local lockdown areas of England.

The coronavirus pandemic has left low-income families struggling with a significant deterioration in living standards and high stress levels.

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