John Denham: Making every pound work harder
Responsive and effective local councils will be key to giving taxpayers real value for money, Communities and Local Government Secretary John Denham will tell local authorities today. (continues...)
View ArticleHealey announces major plans for more homes and fairer lettings to meet local...
As part of the Government's Building Britain's Future plans, Housing Minister John Healey has said that construction of thousands of extra homes will begin in a matter of months, thanks to the £1.5...
View ArticleNext steps for local government in Norfolk, Suffolk and Devon
Communities Secretary John Denham has set out what steps he intends to take in deciding whether any proposals for unitary local government in Devon, Norfolk and Suffolk should be implemented....
View ArticleJohn Healey announces radical dismantling of council housing finance
John Healey announces radical dismantling of council housing finance. Councils will be able to keep all their rental income and gain the freedom to manage their housing to meet local need under plans....
View ArticleRestoring confidence in local democracy
A refreshed offer for voters is needed if we are going to restore trust and confidence in politics Communities Secretary John Denham said today. (continues...)
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