New councillors elected in May face major challenges and need to focus on improving long-term planning, says the Accounts Commission. This second overview...
Councils' social work departments provide essential services to some of the most vulnerable people in society. The services they provide to children, adults...
Significant risks must be addressed if a major reform of health and social care is to fundamentally change how services are delivered, and improve outcomes...
Borrowing is a major source of funding for councils to invest in key services like schools or roads. Councils are meeting professional requirements but...