Paper 01 – Financial Resilience, More than just Cost Cutting

It seems and obvious statement to say local government exists to serve people. But it is an important point to remember whenever councils discuss budgets, efficiency or treasury management. A balanced spreadsheet is essential, but it is not the final purpose of a local authority. The real objective is to preserve essential services, support communities,…

Quote of the Month – August 2026

“Modern liberty rests upon three pillars. They are representative democracy; economic freedom; and the rule of law.”

Margaret Thatcher
Winston Churchill Memorial Lecture, Luxembourg, 18 October 1979.