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Fiscal Devolution Roadmap explained

Explains the fiscal devolution roadmap and its implications for councils in England, what’s missing and what comes next. Includes an interactive table exploring key changes, when they apply and which councils and strategic authorities they affect.

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LGR update: what’s changed and what councils need to know

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Resource pack: Budget 2026 – implications for local government

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UK Budget 2026: the highlights for local government

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“Scottish local government reform: comparing Scotland and the Nordic model – slide deck”

How do proposals for Scottish local government reform compare with models in Norway, Sweden and Denmark? This slide deck examines council structures, service responsibilities and funding powers, highlighting key differences between the Scottish proposals and Nordic systems.

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From resilience to readiness: Is Northern Ireland’s local government prepared for the next mandate?

3 November 2026

Are Northern Ireland’s councils equipped for the challenges of 2027–2031? Drawing on research from Pivotal and NILGA, Alison Allen, NILGA’s Chief Executive, explores the sector’s strengths, the challenges it faces and what needs to change to ensure councils are ready for the next mandate.

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