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Making local services count video
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The government is proposing major changes to local services that will affect almost all UNISON members.

While aiming to increase participation and improve the co-ordination of local services, the 2006 white paper also signals a rapid acceleration in the marketisation of council services and in efficiency cuts.

UNISON is campaigning to strengthen local democracy, support high quality and publicly-provided services.

Regional web checklist
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Regional web checklist
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Timetable for Implementation
Date published: 20 February 2007
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New Unitary Authorities
Date published: January 2007
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Impact on Civil Society
Date published: 21 November 2006
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Strong and Prosperous Communities
Date published: 31 October 2006
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Strong and prosperous communities - The local government white paper
Local Government White paper
This new settlement between central government, local government and citizens aims to put in place the incentives and opportunities for local government and its partners to improve radically the services we receive and the places where we live. We want to make it easier for local government to focus on improvement and respond to rapidly changing circumstances. Councils must demonstrate that they can deliver better and more efficient services. They must also show that they are ready to make a fundamental change in attitudes and culture, engaging with citizens and working with their partners in new ways.

Rt Hon Ruth Kelly MP
Secretary of State for Communities & Local Government

 
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