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04 Nov 2026

SEND system reforms delayed

It is reported that the Government's reforms to the SEND system are to be delayed, with a response to its consultation reported to be expected in…[more...]

04 Nov 2026

Exceptional Financial Support set to increase in 2027-28

Senior local government officials have warned that the use of exceptional financial support (EFS) is set to increase significantly next year, with no new measures in… [more...]

04 Nov 2026

MP questions ‘duff advice’ over fair funding changes

A Labour MP has questioned deprivation metrics used for the fair funding changes to council funding and suggested civil servants provided “duff advice”.
During yesterday… [more...]

04 Nov 2026

McMahon ‘concerned’ by county’s chief appointment

The local government minister is concerned about Norfolk CC’s process for appointing its latest chief executive and that there is a “pattern” of unacceptable conduct at… [more...]

04 Nov 2026

Decarbonising Welsh council buildings could cost £2.3bn

Decarbonising council buildings in Wales alone would cost at least £2.3bn, according to a new report that warns the public sector is highly unlikely to meet… [more...]