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Government urged to ‘empower’ councils as digital plans unveiled
2 days ago · Council bosses have urged the Government to ‘empower’ local authorities after it set out new plans to overhaul digital technology and AI usage in public services.
News | LocalGov
3 days ago · Local authorities ask permission to raise council tax above referendum threshold 20/01/2025 More councils have pleaded with ministers to increase their council tax above the …
Lincolnshire leaders back local government shake up
1 day ago · The leaders of three councils in Lincolnshire have proposed reducing the number of local authorities in the county from 10 to two.
Norwich councillors back unitary bid | LocalGov
1 day ago · Norwich City Council members have voted in favour of pursuing unitary status as part of the Government’s efforts to reorganise local government.
Local Government Politics and Policy Updates | LocalGov
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Council tax | LocalGov
Nov 19, 2024 · Cash-strapped Thurrock Council has pledged residents will not face a 10% council tax rise – but still needs to confirm how much extra they must pay. Somerset Council is to …
Devolution revolution: Practical next steps for local authorities
Dec 20, 2024 · After a flurry of announcements affecting local government in the build-up to Christmas, councils must ensure they’re ready to get ahead of the curve in the New Year. …
Reeves to call for consolidation of £354bn council pension funds
Nov 11, 2024 · Rachel Reeves is set to announce plans to encourage consolidation among local government pension funds to reduce costs and boost infrastructure investment.
How can local government rise to the expectations of the UK …
Aug 26, 2022 · Leo Hanna warns that meeting the government’s ambition for a new digital strategy will require an organisational step change within local government.