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The government has outlined plans to involve local communities more intimately in decision-making processes.

Unveiling the latest Local Government White Paper, local government secretary Ruth Kelly explained that the proposals would help deliver improved public services in sustainable communities, with closer involvement with local authorities. (more…)

Home secretary John Reid plans to split the Home Office into two distinct departments in a move that could be implemented within months.

One division would focus on national security, handling immigration and anti-terrorism, while the other would handle justice, overseeing the probation and prison systems and working to prevent criminals re-offending. (more…)

Adopting a corporate management style helps instil a professional air that benefits the volunteering sector, according to new research.

National development agency Volunteering England surveyed visitors to its website and found that seven in ten supported the introduction of a more professional ethos at volunteer organisations. (more…)

Decision-makers at Hastings Borough Council have unveiled plans to cut the number of senior management positions, in a move that could save local taxpayers at least £250,000 each year.

Chief executive Roy Mawford and council leader Peter Pragnell have proposed to reduce the number of local directors from six to four, while removing 11 ‘third tier’ senior manager posts, lowering the figure from 31 to 20. (more…)

Government minister Dawn Primarolo will visit Portsmouth next week to launch the national and local Pathfinder reports.

The project is designed to explore the voluntary and community sectors potential ability to deliver public services and the visit of the paymaster general is sure to highlight its importance. (more…)