Kerry Lorimer

Freelance journalist

Recent articles

‘Long overdue’ business rates reset consultation launched

The government has launched a consultation into the “long overdue” resetting of the business rates... Read more
Demographic pressure could see finances tighten more in Scotland than rest of UK

The Scottish Government will face “significant challenges” funding devolved public services in the... Read more
Local Audit Office powers set as government responds to consultation

The Local Audit Office will not be able to force councils to amend their accounts in response to... Read more
Government targets US trade deal but prepares to retaliate as Trump announces tariffs

A negotiated deal with the US is the best way to secure economic stability in the wake of tariffs... Read more
Treasury ‘four-square behind’ council funding simplification

The Treasury has pledged that consolidating local government funding streams will be “front and... Read more
Government should get a grip of temporary accommodation crisis – MPs

Local authorities should carry out mandatory inspections of housing before it is used for temporary... Read more
NAO: DWP faces work coach shortfall ahead of benefit reforms

Government plans to get more people into employment could be put at risk by a shortage of work... Read more
Culture weaknesses in public sector contributed to scandals and disasters, committee finds

Public bodies are failing to act on early warning signals that could help avert a disaster on the... Read more
Government progress on AI transformation an ‘uphill struggle’ – PAC

Poor quality data and obsolete technology are hindering government plans to roll out the adoption... Read more
Spring Statement heralds tough consequences for local government

Local authorities will bear the brunt of belt-tightening across government in the wake of the... Read more

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