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Lancashire authorises ‘protective legal steps’ on local government reorganisation
A number of councils are unveiling plans to challenge the creation of new unitary authorities
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English councils failing on safe accommodation for domestic abuse victims
Requests for temporary housing to help people fleeing violence, control and coercion at home are
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Three Northamptonshire councils back Zane’s Law on contaminated land
Three town councils in Northamptonshire have thrown their support behind a proposed law aimed at
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Comment & Analysis
Thirlwall Inquiry: What this means for local authorities and social care organisations
James Arrowsmith, Partner in social care at UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson, which advised NHS England during the inquiry, provides his comments on what the report’s findings mean for local authorities and other social care organisations.
Yes, 100 year-old law applies to likes of Meta
CTS confirms ban on Meta glasses in judicial buildings in England and Wales, as per long established
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The Hillsborough Law: A new era of candour for the public sector
Following the Hillsborough Law passing through the House of Commons, Ridwaan Omar from Forbes Solicitors,
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New CPO rules: What local authorities need to know about conditional confirmations
The Compulsory Purchase of Land (Conditional Confirmation) Regulations 2026 take effect on 11th April, introducing
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Will local government reorganisation delay the preparation of local plans?
The importance of universal coverage of up-to-date local plans is not in doubt. Local plans
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Features
Enforcing the new tenancy system: A quick guide for local authorities
From tomorrow (1st May 2026), new rules under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 apply to
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Zane’s Law: The fight to stop homes being built on toxic land
As North Northamptonshire councillors consider backing Zane’s Law, we examine how the campaign has progressed since
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Editors Picks
Editors Picks
Prison gates aren’t the end of the line for offenders
Offenders leaving prison will face tighter controls on where they can go and what they
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Editors Picks
Government announces new rules for domestic abuse death reviews
Reviews into deaths linked to domestic abuse are being overhauled under new government guidance. Changes
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Editors Picks
500 new officers to target money laundering networks
Five hundred new officers will be recruited to tackle money laundering and organised crime as
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