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Acevo welcomes report on needs of third sector workforce
A report recognising the needs of the third sector workforce has been welcomed by the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations (Acevo).
The Platt report, which was commissioned by the health secretary Patricia Hewitt and published last week, considers ways of improving the status of social care services and the social care workforce. (more…)
Exeter council defends bid for unitary status
Exeter city council has defended its bid for unitary status following criticism in a Devon county council Executive Committee report.
The report, which criticised the bid’s consultation process, has been described by Exeter council as "negative and inaccurate". (more…)
City council introduces PC efficiency scheme
Peterborough city council is to introduce a new efficiency scheme to save money and reduce its carbon footprint.
New computer software tools from Microsoft and 1E will automatically turn off unused PCs, ensuring that none of the council’s 2,500 computers waste energy. (more…)
Wiltshire MPs denounce unitary bid
Three Wiltshire MPs have denounced Wiltshire county council’s bid for unitary status.
Andrew Murrison, Michael Ancram and Robert Key have joined those lobbying the government to hold onto the existing political structure in Wiltshire. (more…)
Wandsworth tackles climate change
Wandsworth borough council is tackling climate change with a new initiative.
‘Our Greener Borough’ hopes to involve residents and businesses in making lifestyle changes to help combat climate change. (more…)