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Championing good, green growth

In June of last year, York announced it had achieved accreditation as a Good Business Charter city, the first of its kind.

Co-producing support for people with learning disabilities

by Councillor Michael Harrison

The past two years have been hugely challenging, and partnership board members have shown great leadership, despite not being able to meet in person.

‘One Day’ to mark Holocaust

by Dr Toni Griffiths

Could 27 January 2022 be the ‘One Day’ that every local authority marks Holocaust Memorial Day?

I am sure many of us will be glad to see the back of yet another year dominated by the coronavirus pandemic. From the awful loss of loved ones, friends and colleagues to widening health inequalities, economic turmoil and worsening mental health, COVID-19 has impacted every part of our lives.

The big issues that will shape our communities

by Councillor Izzi Seccombe OBE

I hope that all first readers were able to take some time off over the Christmas period, and I would like to wish you a happy new year and all the best for 2022.

Time to fund councils properly

by Councillor Nick Forbes CBE

As we begin a new year, it’s natural to think about new beginnings. Could 2022 be the year that the Government stops dithering and finally gets a grip on council funding?

Victory for forgotten rural communities

by Councillor Joe Harris

I sit here writing this column still buzzing from our stunning victory in the North Shropshire by-election. Helen Morgan will make a fantastic MP, and a great voice for ignored rural communities.