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Consultation: Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England

7th of February, 2025

Strengthening 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 ...

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Alan is now an Honourary Townsman

25th of November, 2024

Councillor 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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DEFRA

31st of October, 2024

Consultation 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 ...

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Conference success report

19th of September, 2024

Well, 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 & ...

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Audit Fees set by SAAA to 2026/2027

19th of September, 2024

Audit 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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