After a difficult period for the global economy and financial markets, Ryan Boothroyd takes a step back and considers some reasons for optimism for long-term investors. Reading the financial press[…]
Sponsored article: As US President Joe Biden signs a $1.9trn American Covid-19 rescue plan into law, what environmental benefits can markets expect from the new US government and what is[…]
Pressure remains on some investors to give up their shares in oil, gas and coal-related stock. Elizabeth Carey asks whether this is wise and what the Stewardship Code has to[…]
Jon Coane and Mark Cook look at the difference local authorities can make in reducing carbon emissons. It’s a real privilege to be part of the Room 151 Impact Awards[…]
Entries close on 30th April for the CCLA/Room151 Impact Awards for finance teams. There are just seven days to go until the deadline for entries to the inaugural CCLA/Room151 Impact[…]
PWLB remains the go to source of funding for local authorities. Nick Haverly asks whether a move to bonds and the private sector would offer a better route to building[…]
Adrian Jenkins argues local government needs a system that provides a “stable and preditable resource base” not just the right funding levels. Massive changes in funding are planned for 2022-23,[…]
Former local government finance chief Andrew Hardingham calls on government to start a “meaningful dialogue” over devolution of powers and funding. “The Government is overseeing a fundamental shift of power[…]
The Department for Education is consulting on a streamlined process for schools’ business rates. The DfE looks at how the new system should help make savings and calls for feedback[…]
The CCLA/Room151 Impact Awards spotlight finance teams with a direct impact on their local communities and the environment. This week we explore Cheltenham Borough Council’s efforts to build a technology[…]
