New ‘scorecard’ system rates council’s handling of NEETs
Local councils in England are to be rated on how successful they are at getting young people into education, employment or training under a new ‘scorecard’ system.
Furniture and mattress manufacturers should help contribute to the multi-million pound clear-up of fly-tipping, says the Local Government Association (LGA).
CLG Committee announces inquiry into Devolution Bill
The Communities and Local Government (CLG) Committee has announced it will hold an inquiry into what can be learnt from City Deals and how local devolution deals can be successfully delivered.
Local Councils will be encouraged to share buildings and services, reduce running costs and release surplus public land as a part of the Cabinet Office and the Local Government Association (LGA) led One Public Estate (OPE) programme.
Councils expect increased commercial activity, research suggests
In response to funding cuts, more councils are looking to increased commercial activity to generate income and secure financial stability, new research from Local Government News and the Municipal Journal suggests.
