Groups call for greater action on fuel poverty

A coalition of civil society groups have called for greater action on fuel poverty and to cut fossil fuels in upcoming Energy Independence Plan.

Government launches ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme

The Homes for Ukraine scheme will allow individuals, charities, community groups and businesses in the UK to bring Ukrainians to safety.

Car parking provision should be capped at one per property

CoMoUK has urged for car parking provision at new housing developments to be capped at a maximum of one space per property.

A third of households face being unable to afford cost of living

New analysis has found that 23.4 million people will be unable to afford the cost of living by £8,600 on average by April 2022.

Rising prices risk driving a second inflation spike

Rising food and energy prices risk driving a second inflation spike this autumn that could reach over ten per cent for poorer households.

Steps outlined for Manchester’s new public transport system

Andy Burnham is announcing a series of major steps to move Greater Manchester towards a London-style public transport system.

£48 million to improve access to cultural heritage

More than 60 organisations in England will receive a share of £48 million which is being released as part of the Cultural Investment Fund.

Council tax bill to rise could worsen cost of living crisis

CIPFA has reported that the council tax bill for an average band D equivalent property in England and Wales is set to rise by £65.

25 areas empowered to shape design of neighbourhoods

The government has announced that 25 areas have been awarded a share of £3 million to help them set their own standards for design locally.

Liverpool seeks views for how to better govern from 2023

Liverpool City Council has said that residents in the region are set to be asked their views on how the city is governed from 2023.

First cycling and walking commissioner for West Midlands

Andy Street has appointed a new cycling and walking commissioner to get more people moving around the West Midlands by foot or bike.

600 public buildings in Wales connected with full fibre

More than 600 hospitals, police stations, libraries and other public buildings in Wales have been connected to lightning-fast full fibre broadband.

SEND review needs to tackle rise in tribunal hearings

Reforms designed to improve the lives of children with SEND have failed to prevent a rise in legal disputes and tribunal hearings over the support they receive.

‘Epidemic' of educational inequality for disadvantaged pupils

The government’s multi-million pound catch up programme risks failing pupils who need it the most, says the Education Select Committee.

Financially uncertain future for Scotland’s councils

Scotland’s councils have increased reserves over the last year but must address the impacts of an overall reduction in funding.

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