‘Freedom’ from council control does not mean an abdication of responsibility. Academies and free schools need to improve their approaches to both governance and financial probity
Much of the focus in debates about low pay has been on younger workers. But many older employees are stuck in low-paid jobs, and making little progress
Today’s Autumn Statement was more like a mini-Budget. What it shows is that the chancellor’s ultimate aim is permanently to roll back the frontiers of the state
A Municipal Bond Agency would free up local authorities to invest in housing and other services, without adding to government debt. But some key reforms to the borrowing rules will be needed
If we’re all in this together, why are pensioners given special treatment? The government should ensure that older workers are no longer exempt from National Insurance Contributions and that pensions...
The political leadership in our town and county halls too often undermines collaboration with local businesses and the voluntary and community sector. Leaders must up their game or consider their...
