New Homes Accelerator Programme Aims to Unblock Housing Delays

The Government has introduced the New Homes Accelerator programme to address delays in the construction of new homes across England. The initiative, announced by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, is designed to speed up the delivery of large-scale housing projects that have been stalled in the planning process, with an aim to help deliver up to 300,000 new homes on 200 identified sites.

Exploring the Future of Early Education

The Early Education and Childcare Coalition (EECC) is launching a new webinar series that will explore the Labour Government’s plans for the future of early education.

Council Spending on Temporary Housing Soars to Record £1 Billion

Newly released figures from the government reveal that local authorities across England have been compelled to spend a staggering £1 billion on temporary accommodation for homeless households over the past year. This represents a significant increase, with councils now facing over 50% higher costs compared to the previous year.

National Rural Conference 2024: Speaker Spotlight

As the National Rural Conference 2024 approaches, excitement is building for the insightful sessions and expert speakers who will address some of the most pressing issues in rural services today. Hosted virtually from 16th to 19th September, this year’s event promises to be a hub for knowledge exchange and professional networking.