Mayors seek control over replacement for EU cash

Four metro mayors have urged for devolved spending authority over the proposed capital that will replace their current EU funding.

Public support more homes being built in their area

New polling has found that the majority of Britons would support more homes being built in their area.

Government urged to strengthen social care

The opportunity to shore up the fragile social care system must not be overlooked in the forthcoming autumn budget.

Surviving libraries see hours cut due to lack of funding

Libraries across England that have avoided closure after funding cuts have significantly reduced their public opening times.

Mental health referrals rise by quarter four children

The number of referrals to child and adolescent mental health services in England has increased by 26 per cent over the past five years.

Pollution public health campaign launched in Liverpool

Let’s Clear the Air Liverpool has been launched outlining the steps people can take to mitigate the impact of air pollution in Merseyside.

Home adaptations to live at home for longer

Providing life-changing adaptations in the home can enable elderly people to carry out every day activities and live at home for longer.

Ten areas to trial air quality measures

Ten local authorities are set to take forward new measures to reduce pollution levels in their region.

Housing rental rules for 170,000 more properties

New rules which will help protect more people in privately rented homes from overcrowding have come into force this month.

Powers sought to tackle Manchester’s congestion chaos

Andy Burnham has urged the government to provide Greater Manchester the resources to tackle local congestion.

Leicester announces council block sprinkler retrofit

Leicester City Council has announced that work to retrofit sprinkler systems to five council tower blocks will get underway in November.

Parking management worth £3.58bn to economy

London Councils says that parking management undertaken by councils contributes £3.58 billion per year to London’s economy.

Partnership launched between Oxfordshire and Cherwell

Yvonne Rees has started her new role as chief executive of Oxfordshire County Council to mark the long-term partnership with Cherwell District Council.

West Midlands is UK’s first Future Mobility Area

The West Midlands will pioneer innovative new transport schemes to make journeys quicker, cheaper and cleaner.

Northamptonshire reveals plan to stabilise budget

Northamptonshire CC has revealed plans to stabilise its budget and make public services more financially sustainable.

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