Consultation: Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England
7th of February, 2025Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England This consultation seeks views on introducing measures to strengthen the standards and conduct regime in England and ensure consistency of approach amongst councils ...
Read Full ArticleAlan is now an Honourary Townsman
25th of November, 2024Councillor Alan Neal received official recognition following 37 years services service to the community of Whitworth, on Friday 22nd November 2024. The Mayor and Members of Whitworth Town Council presented Councillor Alan Neal with the a...
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31st of October, 2024Consultation on the regulatory approach and use of civil sanctions for hedgerow management Hedgerows are a vital part of our countryside. They benefit our wildlife, the environment, and our landscapes. We know that farmers, land managers, and the ...
Read Full ArticleConference success report
19th of September, 2024Well, Conference was an amazing get together of like minds. LALCs return to face to face conference (after covid years) was packed from start to finish, so much so we only got 3 photos. With 50 delegates from all over Lancashire & ...
Read Full ArticleAudit Fees set by SAAA to 2026/2027
19th of September, 2024Audit Fees The following fees have been determined by SAAA following consultation for the Audit Scales of fees for smaller authorities are based on bands of annual income or expenditure, whichever is the higher. This means that the fees...
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