Somerset Council is grappling with a critical financial crisis, described by Conservative Councillor Sue Osborne as having “more red lights flashing than a red light district.” The council declared a financial emergency in …
Somerset Council is grappling with a severe financial crisis, described starkly by Conservative Councillor Sue Osborne as having “more red lights flashing than a red light district.” The council declared a financial emergency …
The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) allocated nearly half a million pounds to exit packages and settlements for senior staff in Dan Norris’ final year as mayor. According to the 2024/25 interim annual report by …
The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) is currently recruiting a new Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, offering a substantial salary range of £102,000 to £138,000, depending on experience. Remarkably, …
A recent report from Oxford Economics has revealed that the University of Bath significantly fuels the local economy, generating over £500 million in gross value added (GVA) during the 2023/24 academic year. This contribution …
Dorset Council has terminated the contracts of 11 interim officers following serious breaches of financial regulations and undisclosed gifts, according to a recently released internal audit report. These officers were …
The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) admitted to breaching its own procurement rules in engaging two consultants with prior ties to Bristol City Council, according to WECA’s chief executive Stephen Peacock. Speaking …
The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) has admitted breaching its own procurement rules while engaging two consultants formerly affiliated with Bristol City Council. This revelation came from WECA’s chief executive, …
From September 2025, Bridgwater’s two leisure centres could be managed by a new provider, marking the end of the current management contract with 1610. The Trinity Sports and Leisure Centre and the Robert Blake and Elmwood …