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Foundation Strategic Authorities: what they are, what they do and why they matter
With Rewiring the State committing to strategic authority coverage across England by 2028, Foundation Strategic Authorities offer an alternative for areas without a mayor. This briefing examines what Foundation status means, its limitations and how far it can go beyond being a waiting room for the Mayoral Strategic Authority transition.
“Where next for Scottish local government? Nine questions raised by the Programme for Government”
LGIU Scotland Commissioner, Paolo Vestri, unpacks nine questions raised by the Programme for Government and considers what they tell us about the future of Scottish local government, from reform and finance to public services, social care and local governance.
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How to manage corporate planning during political change: a practical guide from council officer teams
What does corporate planning mean in councils? A focus of LGIU’s and Local Partnership ‘Year of learning’; this written guidance supports officers and members in aligning political ambitions and priorities with the strategic corporate vision.
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