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Mayors will be required to draw up local plans to boost economic growth, which is one of the new government's five "missions". The UK government in Westminster remains responsible for policies ...

It is a grey, misty morning in Twyford, Buckinghamshire, and the mood is as downcast as the weather. The village’s residents ...

Joining the editor of Local Government Chronicle, Nick Golding, is: Rebecca Willis, professor in energy & climate governance at Lancaster University; Kevin Frea, cabinet member for climate action, ...

At the heart of any modern democracy is the idea that leaders are elected to govern. But with 2018 starting without two European governments in place, the question might be do we actually need ...

If you work in local government you'll have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the largest pension schemes in the UK. The amount you'll get when you retire will depend on ...

An inconspicuous stone and turf monument on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall, southwest England, is likely 4,000 years older than ...

In a move to further support the UK’s economic stability and recovery, the Chancellor has introduced an updated structure for ...

Labour has long claimed that former prime minister Liz Truss casting aside the rules to introduce unfunded tax cuts in 2022 ...

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A former soldier, sailor and airwoman who are now prison workers are encouraging others to follow in their footsteps.

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. EJ Porth is running for the Gallatin County Government Review Commission. The commission ...