Caitlin Prowle and Malcolm Prowle set out the policy context which Welsh local authorities now face in terms of existing challenges and financial resources.

Caitlin Prowle and Malcolm Prowle set out the policy context which Welsh local authorities now face in terms of existing challenges and financial resources.
Laura Crossman argues that a town council is no longer a place for politics
Martin Warren considers whether after years of debate and discussion local government reform can be delivered without a firmer hand being applied.
Mike Hedges suggests a method to link Council Tax more effectively with what is directly spent on community services.
Ian Jones and Steve Martin explore how councils across Wales can mitigate the financial pressures they face.
Daran Hill explores how the assembly election will play in terms of local government reform.
Russell Goodway pays tribute to Jack Brooks.
Professor Tony Travers sets out recommendations of the Independent Commission on Local Government Finance in Wales
James Downe reflects on the process of local government reform in Wales, and offers some thoughts about the future.