Kerry Lorimer

Freelance journalist

Recent articles

Government targets US trade deal but prepares to retaliate as Trump announces tariffs

A negotiated deal with the US is the best way to secure economic stability in the wake of tariffs... Read more
Treasury ‘four-square behind’ council funding simplification

The Treasury has pledged that consolidating local government funding streams will be “front and... Read more
Government should get a grip of temporary accommodation crisis – MPs

Local authorities should carry out mandatory inspections of housing before it is used for temporary... Read more
NAO: DWP faces work coach shortfall ahead of benefit reforms

Government plans to get more people into employment could be put at risk by a shortage of work... Read more
Culture weaknesses in public sector contributed to scandals and disasters, committee finds

Public bodies are failing to act on early warning signals that could help avert a disaster on the... Read more
Government progress on AI transformation an ‘uphill struggle’ – PAC

Poor quality data and obsolete technology are hindering government plans to roll out the adoption... Read more
Spring Statement heralds tough consequences for local government

Local authorities will bear the brunt of belt-tightening across government in the wake of the... Read more
CIPFA: Spring Statement too light on public service reform

The government has missed a chance to commit to the long-term reform needed to secure the future of... Read more
Unison sounds concern over job impact of local government reorganisation

Thousands of council jobs are at risk under plans to redraw the map of local government in England... Read more
Councils warn of ‘unmanageable’ crisis in SEND support spending

Councils have warned they face financial catastrophe in a year’s time unless the government takes... Read more

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