Kirsty Weakley

Local government needs to reimagine career development and 'spot talent sooner' help prepare people for the challenges of the future. Kim Wright, chief executive of Brent LBC, was speaking at Solace's annual conference about the challenges and opportuniti... See more

Local government leadership 'can feel tough right now,' the president of Solace said as he made plea for 'mutual respect'. Speaking at the annual conference of Solace, the membership body representing senior local government officers, Robin Tuddenham said... See more

The government has ordered a best value inspection at Tees Valley CA due to concerns about its finances and governance. This follows an independent review in 2024 and non-statutory best value notice in 2025 issued in relation to concerns about governance ... See more

Two ministers turned up to face the music at Smith Square yesterday. Head of news Kirsty Weakley reports MPs are back in Westminster after a break for party conference season and yesterday two ministers from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Loca... See more

Strategic authorities do not have the capacity to call in 'swathes' of planning decisions made by councils, the housing minister has said. The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government is consulting on how to implement new powers that would ... See more