£10bn invested in fossil fuels by local gov pension funds

Analysis shows that billions of pounds is still invested in planet-wrecking fossil fuels through local government pension funds.

Leaders from North West seek net zero by 2040

Leaders across the North West have launched an ambitious vision to reach net zero in the region by at least 2040.

Proxy voting in local elections for those self-isolating

Individuals who need to self-isolate because of coronavirus will still be able to vote in the local elections through new emergency proxy voting measures.

Extend tax cut to save high streets, says Labour

Labour is urging the Chancellor Rishi Sunak to confirm immediately an extension of temporary business rates relief for six months.

Proposals for unitary local government in three areas

A consultation on proposals for unitary local government submitted by councils in Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Somerset has been launched.

Care home residents to be allowed one visitor

Care home residents will be able to be visited indoors by a single, named individual from 8 March as part of the lockdown easing.

Homeless deaths spiked by more than a third last year

Deaths among homeless people in the UK spiked by more than a third in 2020, despite the success of the government’s Everyone In scheme.

Second MHCLG headquarters to be in Wolverhampton

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government will create a second headquarters in Wolverhampton.

Unregulated accommodation banned for under 16s

A ban on placing vulnerable children under the age of 16 in unregulated accommodation will come into force in September.

Historic town centres could be left ‘characterless’

The National Trust has warned that the proposed overhaul of planning rules risks creating ‘characterless’ market districts.

20mph speed limit to become a reality on Welsh roads

Plans for a default 20mph speed limit on Welsh roads have moved a step closer as eight pilot areas to trial the change have been confirmed.

Analysis exposes string of ‘broken Tory promises to the North’

The Tories have re-announced or re-committed to major rail projects in the North more than 60 times in the last seven years, says Labour.

Give residents control over local development, says report

The government should give local residents control over the development they see to help create more walkable and sustainable neighbourhoods.

Newcastle launches new e-scooter trial

Newcastle City Council has launched a new trial that will see 250 scooters available to hire in locations across the city.

Climate and nature investment must be prioritised

The EAC has published its report on how to 'grow back better' after coronavirus – to create a greener, healthier and more resilient economy.

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