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LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Local government pandemic planning criticised by Covid Inquiry

By Martin Ford 21 October 2026

Poor planning for the pandemic in local government contributed to its devastating impact on adult social care, the Covid Inquiry has found.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Warning over financial risks faced by children's care providers

By Martin Ford 06 May 2026

Some of the largest children’s social care providers could be vulnerable to financial shocks, according to analysis published today.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Care partnership set to disband

By Martin Ford 24 March 2026

Councils in Wales have called time on a partnership pooling health and care budgets.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Government to pay off 90% of SEND deficits

By Martin Ford 11 February 2026

The Government will provide funding for 90% of English councils’ deficits relating to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

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