Oliver Rudgewick

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End bidding pots and single year funding, says LGIU

Council finance reforms needed for stability, says think tank.
Nurses criticise ministers over NHS agency spend

NHS trusts pushed to “squander billions” on temps, leaders claim.
Low reserves edge borough to S114 declaration

Finance capacity a key risk for Dudley.
Fifth of councils facing S114, chiefs reveal

Scale of financial crisis bigger following autumn statement.
‘Deep-seated blame culture’ contributed to Birmingham s114, says CfGS

Review reveals governance problems and failure to implement Kerslake reforms.
Leeds sets ‘difficult’ £60m savings target to save off S114

Social care now taking 70% of budget.
‘Stark financial position’ ahead, says COSLA

Tough choices for Scottish councils as demand and costs hit budgets.
Gloomy UK outlook with ‘high fiscal risks’, says Fitch

Autumn statement fails to inspire ratings agency.
Birmingham claims ‘betrayal’ by removal of PFI funding

Fresh row over roads funding deepens budget battle.
MPs warn against ‘heavy-handed’ council tax collection

Pressure on council finances has led to instances of aggressive action to recover council tax... Read more

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