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Society
English Councils' Social Care Spending Hits Record Levels
16 English councils spend over 80% of core funding on social care. Analysis reveals councils spent 71.9% on adult and children's services in 2025-26.
Politics
England's Mayors Need Stronger Oversight as Powers Expand
IPPR North warns England's mayors require greater scrutiny as devolution powers expand, controlling billions in regional funding to prevent policy derailment.
Society
Local Government Reorganisation Delayed Following Legal Compliance Review
Government halts local government restructuring plans after receiving legal advice. Angela Rayner announces review into shake-up as decisions withdrawn and paus...
National
Council Merger Plans Halted Across Multiple Regions
Major council overhaul proposals face delays as smaller authorities pause merger plans. Discover why regional councils are reconsidering consolidation strategie...
National
New Greater Manchester Mayor Craig Takes Office With Expanded Powers
Greater Manchester's new mayor Bev Craig assumes leadership with enhanced powers following victory in Thursday's by-election, promising significant life changes...