Councils ‘needed more than ever’
Elected members are providing much-needed reassurance in their communities and council workers are unstinting in their commitment to public service.
Under-16s ‘to be banned’ from unregulated accommodation
The Government is consulting on plans to make it illegal to put children in care aged under 16 in unregulated accommodation, amid concerns that some are being left at risk of exploitation.
Holding council meetings online
The coronavirus pandemic has brought about fast-paced changes to the way we live and work.
Improving the response to domestic abuse
Domestic abuse is a devastating crime and an issue to which I have dedicated my whole professional life.
Community-led climate action
Just because climate action is recognised as scientifically necessary, it doesn’t mean everyone will accept it as politically necessary.
The coronavirus and race inequality
This disease cares not if you’re the Prime Minister, the Secretary of State for Health, the future king of the United Kingdom, a bus driver, nurse, or councillor.
Supporting women into public office
With International Women’s Day 2020 coming up this month, we have a great opportunity to recognise and champion the vital role of women in public life.
Action plan for social care
The Government has launched an Action Plan for Adult Social Care, setting out the four key areas that underpin its approach to supporting social care during the coronavirus pandemic.
Youth Parliament decisions make a real difference
This summer, Somerset County Council’s cabinet will be notching up a first when we welcome a group of young people to learn how they have been making important decisions about things that affect them and their peers.