Wales seeks more working remotely arrangements

The Welsh Government has stated its long-term ambition to see around 30 per cent of Welsh workers working from home or near from home.

Broadband boost for rural counties

A quarter of a million rural homes and businesses have been given access to more financial help to get top-of-the-range broadband speeds.

Councils risk losing millions in commercial investments

Research has revealed the risks of the multi-billion pound council commercial property portfolio, with some yields coming in at millions below forecasts.

NHS COVID-19 app to launch on 24 September

The NHS COVID-19 app will launch on 24 September in England and Wales, including measures including QR check-in at venues.

West Yorkshire approves devolution deal

All five West Yorkshire councils and the Combined Authority have given their approval for the landmark West Yorkshire devolution deal.

Consider targeted extensions to Furlough Scheme

The government should consider a targeted extension of its furlough scheme to prevent mass long-term unemployment, says MPs.

Law change needed for children in unregulated accommodation

Anne Longfield is calling for the government to change the law to stop councils placing under 18s in care in unregulated accommodation.

Inadequate sick pay undermining Test and Trace

The TUC has warned that the NHS Test and Trace system risks failure unless ministers boost Statutory Sick Pay and ensure everyone is eligible for it.

£30m to support economic recovery in Scotland

All of Scotland’s 32 local authorities will receive a share of £30 million of new investment for regeneration and town centres.

Local health officials want more control over testing

Local public health leaders are demanding greater control over the coronavirus testing system following mixed messages about tests’ availability.

Path to net zero depends on political consensus

The Citizens’ Assembly on climate change has urged for clear, internally consistent path for how the UK can reach net zero emissions by 2050.

https://www.greenparty.org.uk/news/2020/09/09/green-party-announces-jonathan-bartley-and-sian-berry-re-elected-as-co-leaders/

The Green Party has re-elected Jonathan Bartley and Sian Berry as co-leaders following an internal election this summer.

New marketplace opens for public sector AI

The new Artificial Intelligence Dynamic Purchasing System, from CCS, offers a route to buy artificial intelligence services in the public sector.

Clarke resigns from government for personal reasons

Minister for Regional Growth and Local Government Simon Clarke has resigned from the government for personal reasons.

Councils should improve communication with taxpayers

The government has published the results of an independent review into the effectiveness of local authority financial reporting and audit regimes.

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