Financial report supports Havant ending partnership

CIPFA has assessed that Havant Borough Council could have the financial resources available to separate from East Hampshire District Council.

Thousands of new LED lights to shine across Worcestershire

£6 million will be spent on street lighting in Worcestershire in a bid to complete the replacement of all non-led units to more energy efficient LEDs.

LGA urges for review of VAT on e-cigarette sales

The Local Government Association has said that the government should cut VAT on the sale of vaping products to help people to stop smoking.

Councils should lead delivery of reshaped care system

Tens of thousands of young people could avoid the care of local authorities if councils lead the charge on delivering a reshaped care system.

First ever London-wide Women’s Network launched

The London Boroughs Women's Network has launched to bring together people from across London local government.

Britain faces the biggest income squeeze in generations

The conflict in Ukraine could cause typical household incomes across Britain to fall by four per cent in the coming financial year.

More women than men in London’s temporary accommodation

Almost double the number of homeless women than men are in temporary accommodation arranged by a borough in the capital.

Transparency pilot to break down barriers for women

To mark International Women’s Day, Baroness Stedman-Scott is launching two new initiatives to level up employment opportunities for women.

Energy bill hike could leave 8.5m households in fuel poverty

The End Fuel Poverty Coalition has issued a warning that the energy crisis could leave 8.5 million households unable to heat their homes.

Non-British rough sleepers ‘targeted for deportation’

The personal data of dozens of non-British rough sleepers has been shared with the Home Office, potentially leading to their deportation.

Caring roles block career progression for three in five women

Three out of five women say their caring responsibilities are preventing them from applying for a new job or promotion.

New laws to end ‘no bar blues’ mobile coverage

Reforms to planning laws will mean fewer phone masts will be needed overall to level up the country with improved 4G and 5G mobile coverage.

New commission launched to promote role of culture

The LGA is launching a new commission to promote the role of arts and culture in the nation’s recovery from the pandemic.

Bee-friendly bus shelters coming to Derby

Derby City Council has announced that the region’s bus shelters will soon be replaced with new, eco-friendly alternatives.

Plans to expand Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is expected to consult with TfL on expanding the Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide in 2023.

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