A targeted recruitment campaign has been launched today, 24th February, which aims to address critical workforce challenges in local authorities. The Find Your Path campaign focuses on attracting young people aged between 18 and 27 to local authority roles, including those delivering the place services we all use such as local highways,…
The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has responded to the government’s English Devolution White Paper. Ann Carruthers, President of ADEPT, said: “ADEPT welcomes the government’s decisive approach to devolution as outlined in the English Devolution White Paper. This commitment to reorganising local governance comes at…
Prime Minister’s Questions on 27th November 2024 saw Exmouth and Exeter East MP David Reed raise Peninsula Rail Task Force’s (PRTF) concerns regarding the Old Oak Common interchange project and the serious economic impacts to the South West and South Wales, alongside the wider rail network. Mr Reed told the House…
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…