The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has called on the new government to equip local authorities with the tools and resources needed to drive sustainable waste management and create a circular economy. The Resources and Waste Policy Position paper, launched at the ADEPT Autumn Conference…
Ann Carruthers, President of ADEPT, said: “This budget includes several encouraging areas of support for local authorities and the communities they serve. However, it also raises further questions and challenges. “In particular, we welcome the announcement on simplifying the wider local funding landscape, reducing the number of grants, as well…
Four leading local government associations have come together to urge the new government to address the critical funding challenges facing local authorities, highlighting an urgent need to bridge the growing funding gap. The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT), the Association of Directors of Children’s Services…
At its annual President’s Awards on the 16th of May, the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has recognised the achievements of members and partners working across the country. The awards ceremony, which was part of ADEPT’s Spring Conference, also marks the end of Anthony Payne’s presidency…
The £30 million ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads programme celebrated its first year with a successful live Expo in Birmingham earlier this week – and the event was such a success that organisers have announced a follow up online mini Expo to be held next month. The Live…