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[…]
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[…]
Without doubt the two aspects of managing the Local Government Pension Scheme which get the most attention are administration and investment. Scheme members see the impact of good, or otherwise,[…]
The future lending terms of PWLB is under review with the possibility of a ban on borrowing for commercial investment on the horizon. David Green argues some “fundamentals” need resolving[…]
