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CCS invests £180,000 to help councils tackle climate change through SIP

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is increasing its commitment to helping local Government address the climate crisis with an additional £180,000 investment in the Local Government Association’s (LGA) Sustainability Improvement Programme (SIP).

The Renters’ Rights Act becomes Law: Securing a fairer future for 11 million renters

The landmark legislation known as the Renters’ Rights Act, abolishing 'no-fault' evictions along with a number of other new protections for private renters, aims to rebalance the relationship between landlords and tenants in England.

Tackling youth vaping: Current regulations fall short and new tech offers effective solutions

Britain is facing persistently high youth vaping rates, which have doubled since 2021. This worrying trend has evolved faster than our current policies and prevention strategies can keep pace with. What is the next step for tackling youth vaping?

The Genocide Watch List 2025: Where and why is the world burning?

Today, multiple regions face the grim reality of genocide. Genocide Emergencies in Myanmar, Gaza and Sudan, and major warnings elsewhere, underscore the failure to...

Government boost for small business: CCS launches new SME action plan

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has unveiled its latest Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Action Plan, signalling a renewed commitment to reducing barriers and increasing opportunities for smaller firms to win public sector contracts.

Digital veteran card launched for faster and easier access to support

From 17 October 2025, UK veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card directly to their smartphones.

Reformed councils need future-fit workforce strategies, not just short-term staffing fixes

Working within local government has been an attractive prospect for millions over the years, offering the opportunity to serve their local community and enjoy the benefits associated with a career in the public sector.

Is accuracy still the bedrock of democracy and good governance?

Ray Dorney, the Director at Rockford Associates, examines whether accuracy is still the bedrock of democracy and good governance.

Poorer health linked to surge in Reform UK votes, BMJ study indicates

Poorer health metrics, particularly for respiratory and chronic diseases, are strongly linked to a higher proportion of votes for Reform UK, a BMJ Group study suggests. This association surge in reform highlights the critical need for all policymakers to urgently address health inequalities.

How devolving councils can ensure they don’t carry old failures forward?

Emma O’Brien, CEO of Embridge Consulting, discusses reform or replication regarding how devolving councils can avoid repeating past failures.

Could the expansion of school meals also deliver for the UK farming economy?

In just under 12 months, the government will deliver the biggest expansion of eligibility for Free School Meals in England in a decade. But how can free school meals deliver for the UK farming economy?

UK Government announces its compulsory Digital ID scheme

The UK government has announced a new nationwide digital ID scheme that will become mandatory for Right to Work checks by the end of the current Parliament.

Social value people: An interview with Waltham forest council

Catch up with Adrian Williams about how the London Borough of Waltham Forest is working with local suppliers to impact people, place and planet positively in terms of social value.

Global food crisis deepens: Over 1.2 million face starvation in 2025

A mid-year update of the Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) shows the reality of 1.2 million people worldwide who are experiencing catastrophic, conflict-driven hunger.

Dampness, condensation, and mould: What is a healthy building?

Why are dampness, condensation, and mould still persistent issues, and will Awaab’s Law contribute to creating healthier homes? David Bly of Cornerstone Management Services Limited provides the answer.

Montenegro’s road to the EU: Civil society’s role in turning ambition into reality

Decebal-Ștefăniță Pădure is a member of the European Economic and Social Committee and Co-Chair of the EU-Montenegro Civil Society Joint Consultative Committee (JCC). Here, he charts Montenegro’s path to the European Union.

Industrial transformation in Africa: Navigating global shifts and local opportunities

Transformation in Africa: Here, Mounia Boucetta, Affiliate Professor at University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, explores how global megatrends are reshaping industrial economies and creating new opportunities for Africa’s industrial emergence.

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