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06 May 2026

Council tax is soaring, but where does the money actually go?

Despite upping taxes and penalties, local authorities are finding themselves in increasingly precarious financial positions as elections loom[more...]

06 May 2026

National borrowing costs increase

Long-term UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998 as the Iran war continues and concerns rise over political uncertainty in the lead-up to… [more...]

06 May 2026

New NAO team has public sector productivity in sights

The NAO is launching a new dedicated team to highlight best practice in public sector productivity, against a backdrop of sustained pressure on public services and… [more...]

06 May 2026

School leaders question deliverability of proposed SEND reforms

School leaders have said urgent additional resources will be needed if the government’s SEND reforms are to be delivered. [more...]

05 May 2026

Potholes and local elections

Opinion polls suggest potholes rank alongside the cost of living, health services and crime as the key deciding issue for how people will vote in the… [more...]