Civil Service Expansion to Boost Bristol Economy by £729m Wednesday, May 14, 2025 bristol civilservice government economy devolution jobs regionalgrowth faststream whitehall publicsector Bristol is set to benefit significantly from a major government initiative that will see civil service jobs expanding across 13 key locations in the UK. This strategic move, projected to inject £729 million into local … Read More
North Somerset Council Set to Welcome New CEO Mandy Bishop Tuesday, May 13, 2025 northsomerset ceo mandybishop council leadership banwellbypass metrowest birnbeckpier devolution westonsupermare Mandy Bishop, a local North Somerset native, is poised to become the new chief executive of North Somerset Council, with her appointment expected to be officially confirmed at tonight’s full council meeting on May 13. … Read More
Frome's green spaces to be managed locally under Somerset devolution deal Tuesday, April 22, 2025 frome somerset devolution green spaces local control budget town council parish councils services community management Frome residents will soon have closer control over their local green spaces as part of the latest ‘devolution deal’ with Somerset Council. The unitary authority, facing a £100m budget gap, reached out to town and … Read More
Understanding the West of England Combined Authority: Election, Metro Mayor, and Recent Events Wednesday, April 9, 2025 west of england combined authority election metro mayor bristol south gloucestershire bath public funds transport housing legislation devolution candidates pre-election registration As the West of England Combined Authority gears up for an upcoming election and grapples with the news of Metro Mayor Dan Norris’ arrest, the organization has been thrust into the spotlight. Responsible for overseeing the … Read More