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One third of homes bought by London council tenants owned by private landlords
A new study has revealed a significant proportion of council homes bought under Right to Buy in London are now let out privately…
Right to...
Access control and what the future looks like
James Kelly, Chief Executive of the BSIA discusses access control and what the future looks like…
Making Europe safe for all
AG highlights comments from the EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Dimitris Avramopoulos from a speech in 2015 regarding the European Agenda on Security,
In today’s...
The circular economy opportunity
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation sheds light on the circular economy and why it is an opportunity not to be missed
Today’s linear economy – in...
The EU Urban Agenda for our cities of tomorrow
European Parliament MEP, Lambert van Nistelrooij outlines why cities are the engine for economic growth and are integral for the EU Urban Agenda
Cities have...
Tusk and Cameron enter crucial EU talks
Reform of the UK’s relationship with the EU is set to enter a crucial phase as the Prime Minister begins discussions with European Council...
How does Europe meet 21st Century challenges
The EU and its Member States have faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. Citizens rightly demand more jobs and long term sustainable growth. They...
Devolution plans in jeopardy due to austerity
A new report has warned austerity measures are having a serious impact on northern devolution plans…
Austerity measures are preventing economic growth outside the capital,...
Migrant crisis: inside Dunkirk’s refugee camp
Two friends tell Editor Amy Caddick about their journey to a migrant camp near Dunkirk, France, and explain the terrible conditions facing refugees bedding down there...
Wates cooks up 1,000th Wrexham kitchen revamp
Affordable housing provider, Wates Living Space, is celebrating the completion of its 1,000th kitchen refurbishment for Wrexham County Borough Council’s Housing Service, marking a...
Local homes to receive energy funding help
Private properties in Wrexham County Borough, North Wales are to receive support to help tackle fuel poverty in low income households...
Wrexham County Borough Council’s...
Council to charge elderly residents for help if fall in home
Tendring District Council (TDC) in Essex are considering a new scheme which would charge vulnerable people for help if they have a fall in...
New measures to tackle homelessness announced
Radical new measures have been announced by the government to help tackle homelessness and protect the most vulnerable people in society…
The package of measures...
Tax-raising powers for local authorities should increase
A think tank has called for the government to give local authorities more power to amend taxes and raise revenue…
A report from think tank...
Birmingham council boss criticises austerity
The newly-elected leader of Birmingham City Council has lambasted government austerity measures as he faces making £250m in cuts…
The new head of Birmingham City...
Councils gain £700m parking charges profit
New research has revealed English councils saw an increase in profit from parking charges and penalty notices this year…
Motoring research charity the RAC Foundation...
Licensing scheme for landlords launched in Wales
In a bid to improve the image of the private rental sector a new licensing scheme has been launched for landlords in Wales…
A new...
Local authorities hold £22.5bn in non-ringfenced reserves
Information from the government has revealed a significant increase in the amount of non-ringfenced reserves held by local authorities…
Councils are under significant pressure to...
Scottish affordable homes target exceeded
The five-year target set by the Scottish government to deliver 30,000 affordable homes has reportedly been surpassed…
Affordable housing remains a hot topic across the...
Cameron criticised for complaining about local cuts
David Cameron has raised concerns about cuts being made by his local council, despite the fact his government is responsible for budget slashes...
In what...
