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Crucial elections for Lib Dems in Norwich and Exeter

Tuesday 17 August 2010 14:54

In September, the Liberal Democrats in Exeter and Norwich are facing key elections that will be vital for the parties in both areas.

The elections are as a result of the government’s decision to cancel the proposal to turn both councils in to unitary authorities. Following this decision the High Court decided that all of the councillors whose terms of office had been extended now had to fight by-elections to regain their positions on the relevant councils. It has also led to the unusual situation in Norwich where all of the opposition leaders and four cabinet members suddenly find themselves off the council having to fight to retain their seats.

Both areas need as much help as possible. Not only are these significant for the political make-up of each council but they are also a big test of

Councils told to stop CAA work now

Thursday 27 May 2010 14:23

The Municipal Journal is reporting that councils are being told to stop work on Comprehensive Area Assessments (CAA) with immediate effect.

The policy is contained within the coalition agreement between the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats, but legislation is required to remove the requirement to complete CAAs. However, in the meantime auditors are advising councils that all meetings on CAAs have been stopped and that councils can drop their own work on them.

A formal announcement is expected tomorrow, but more details are available here.

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