Treasury management and the rise of Reform UK in local government

How are treasury managers being impacted by the change and challenge being brought about at Reform-led councils? David Janes considers the effects of recent developments.

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The local elections of May 2025 marked a striking increase in the presence and influence of Reform UK within English local government. Ten councils

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