Councils are spending more on diversity, research by the TaxPayers’ Alliance has revealed. Spending on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) roles has increased by almost two-fold over the last three years to £23 million. Approximately 200 UK councils…
In the face of a severe housing crisis gripping the UK, the Local Government Association (LGA) is spearheading a call for crucial reforms to the Right to Buy (RTB) scheme. Initially introduced in 1980, the RTB scheme was aimed at…
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has launched an open consultation on social housing in a move to make the system fairer. It seeks to target those who abuse the social housing setup in the UK, for…
Stoke-on-Trent City Council's leader has cautioned that without additional government assistance, the council might have no choice but to declare bankruptcy. The council is currently in discussions with the government to secure an additional financial support package amounting to £44.7…
In a recent ‘hackathon’ hosted by AI experts from Microsoft, Whitehall civil servants gathered to discuss the role of AI within the public sector. There was a particular focus on the technology’s potential to boost productivity, given the current financial…
London Councils' recent analysis indicates that the capital's boroughs will be required to generate savings exceeding £500 million in the upcoming year in order to stay financially afloat. According to their latest examination of council finances, a cross-party consortium cautions…
From job applications, education and healthcare services, to council tax and housing benefits - we are living in an increasingly digital world where having access to the internet is essential for survival. However, the more technology advances, the more people…
Did you know that council strikes are set to go ahead this month? According to Unite, over 3,000 council members will take part in industrial action. Walkouts are taking place at 23 local authorities across England and Wales. This…
London local authorities have reported a 300% rise in ‘cuckooing’, noting 316 cases in the capital alone. What is ‘cuckooing’? Cuckooing is when a group of people invade a vulnerable person’s house to carry out a drug operation. It derives…
On November 17, the government presented its autumn statement - but what does this mean for the social care sector? Carry on reading for a snapshot summary of everything you need to know… Key points: During the government's autumn…