Covid-19 has taken local government to the brink. Andrew Hardingham surveys the epic workload brought on by the pandemic and shows how local government has not only survived but demonstrated[…]
Many companies will require further funding as the pandemic recedes. William Bourne argues this may be an opportunity for LGPS to have an “impact” on ailing businesses and the economy.[…]
The UK risks a severe economic contraction following the pandemic and lockdown. That’s no reason for LGPS to ignore enforcing good governance and sustainability principles, argues Doug McMurdo. All of[…]
Sponsored article: Robert Evans looks at Bank of England policy and renewed confidence in the markets Back in early April, as the financial consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic became increasingly[…]
A number of articles have been written in recent weeks about Spelthorne Borough Council’s investment strategy which the council considers requires correction. Since 2014, Spelthorne Borough Council, like all councils,[…]
While speculation is rife that the pandemic has pushed some local authorities close to issuing section 114 notices, new guidance from CIPFA aims to encourage more contact with central government.[…]
There has been much discussion over passive versus active investment in the Local Government Pensions Scheme. David Evans explains why LGPS Central has its own in-house team. Since the very[…]
A recent report underlined the importance of closing a PFI contract effectively. Helen Randall navigates the intricacies and pitfalls. Does your authority have a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) deal which[…]
Sponsored Q&A: Fundamentum chair Jim Boyd talks to Room151 about the social housing REIT that helps provide housing for some of society’s most vulnerable adults. Room151: In a nutshell, what[…]
The Covid-19 pandemic has presented local government with an unprecedented challenge. Nathan Elvery argues the crisis makes the role of chief financial officer more important than ever. These are unprecedented[…]
