Demand from over 65s pushing sexual health services to brink of collapse There are fears there could be a surge in sexually transmitted diseases Wales Online · Nov 15, 2022
Sexually transmitted infections on the rise among over-65s in England Increase in sexual activity among older people and popularity of chemsex are driving trend, say researchers The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2022
Sexual health services on brink as demand soars – particularly among over 65s Councils have condemned cuts to sexual health spend as demand for care has increased. The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2022
Warning set to be issued over state of social care sector The National Children and Adult Services Conference is taking place at Manchester Central Exhibition Centre Manchester Evening News · Nov 2, 2022
‘Things have never been so bad’ for England’s social care sector – Adass A ‘staggering’ number of older and disabled people are not getting the social care and support they need, a conference will hear. The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2022
‘Unacceptable crisis’ of lone children in asylum hotels needs urgent action, councils say During July and September this year, 1,322 lone children were housed by the Home Office in hotels The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2022
These Greater Manchester hospitals have roofs at risk of collapse - and they might not be fixed for 13 years The roofs at buildings at the Royal Oldham and Salford Royal hospitals are among those containing a material slammed as a 'ticking time bomb' by one NHS chief executive Manchester Evening News · Oct 22, 2022
DIY dentistry fears as NHS 'dental deserts' grow across England People in rural and deprived areas are more likely to miss out on vital care Wales Online · Oct 1, 2022
Number of ‘dental deserts’ across England growing, figures show Previous data has shown that children in deprived communities have poorer dental health than those in richer places. The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2022
More councils looking at ‘warm banks’ for residents amid rising energy bills England’s biggest council Birmingham is now looking at sign-posting the hubs ‘where people can go to keep warm’. The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2022
Unison branch calls for council workers to reject pay rise David Jones, the Wirral Branch Secretary for Unison said: “There is a lot of anger out there" Liverpool Echo · Aug 22, 2022
Calls for lorry drivers to be banned from using car sat navs Council chiefs say it could stop them getting stuck in narrow areas Wales Online · Aug 21, 2022
Councils call for clarity around spending of funds from soft drinks sugar levy Councils are calling for the money to be invested in initiatives to tackle physical inactivity and ensure a Commonwealth Games legacy. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2022
More Ukrainian households homeless or at risk of homelessness after UK arrival Hundreds of arrangements with family members or hosts have broken down, or accommodation has been unsuitable or unavailable. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2022
Chronicle Live · Jul 18, 2022 Newcastle City Council staff warn morale at 'rock bottom' and accuse bosses of 'wall of secrecy' Responses to a staff survey also revealed concerns over the number of senior staff leaving the council, though others praised the commitment of hard-working frontline staff
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2022 Fuel-poor homes face taking £250 energy hit due to poor insulation Better insulation would save large sums for millions struggling with the cost of living, finds LGA report
The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2022 Surge in children seeking special educational needs support The number of children seeking support from councils has risen by nearly a quarter in a year.
Wales Online · Jun 28, 2022 Councils warn of ‘disastrous’ cuts as inflation costs rise Many authorities are already abandoning financial plans set just three months ago owing to the 'unprecedented crisis' and are appealing for Government help
The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022 Councils at risk of going bust as soaring costs blow £2.4bn hole in budgets Some children to be put at risk and older people left without vital support, Local Government Association warns
The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022 Councils warn of ‘disastrous’ cuts and viability threat as inflation costs rise The Conservative-led Local Government Association called for “adequate” long-term Government funding to protect communities.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27, 2022 Inflation could push English councils into bankruptcy, say leaders Rise of £2.4bn in costs could be ‘disastrous’ and essential services may need to be cut, says LGA chair
Liverpool Echo · Jun 16, 2022 Wirral Council 'needs to focus on its budget' according to national inspection The Local Government Association conducted a study following the change to committee system
Manchester Evening News · May 30, 2022 "You're more likely to need the sunglasses than the umbrella": Greater Manchester weather including Jubilee bank holiday weekend 'Good sunny spells' expected, but not a scorcher
Chronicle Live · May 28, 2022 16,000 street parties to be held for Queen's Platinum Jubilee over bank holiday weekend Councils across England have received “a huge number” of applications from residents eager to celebrate the monarch’s 70-year milestone.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2022 Queen’s platinum jubilee to be marked by 16,000 street parties across England Councils say they have received a ‘huge number of applications’ to celebrate 70 years on throne