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Local Government

The theory of flatpack democracy

Laura Crossman argues that a town council is no longer a place for politics

3rd May (2nd May)
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Is the latest attempt at Local Government reform a step forward or a step backwards?

Martin Warren considers whether after years of debate and discussion local government reform can be delivered without a firmer hand being applied.

23rd February (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy

Improving democracy at a local government level

Mike Hedges suggests a method to link Council Tax more effectively with what is directly spent on community services.

27th October (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy

How can councils in Wales balance their books?

Ian Jones and Steve Martin explore how councils across Wales can mitigate the financial pressures they face.

24th May (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy

The Two Connected Elections

Daran Hill explores how the assembly election will play in terms of local government reform.

26th April (26th April)
  • Politics and Policy

More than politics and local government

Russell Goodway pays tribute to Jack Brooks.

1st April (27th February)
  • People and Places

Council funding shake-up recommended

Professor Tony Travers sets out recommendations of the Independent Commission on Local Government Finance in Wales

24th March (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy

Local Government in Wales – where next?

James Downe reflects on the process of local government reform in Wales, and offers some thoughts about the future.

9th February (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy

Don’t Mention The Merger!

Council mergers will play a key role in the 2016 election, says Lia Hind.

23rd October (28th February)
  • Politics and Policy
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