Research Briefing
Unitary local government
A briefing on unitary local government in England, proposals for creating new unitary authorities, Government policy, historical practice, and academic analysis
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Research Briefing
Is my council going to be abolished?
The government said it will invite all two-tier local authority areas to restructure into unitary authorities, which is likely to result in fewer, larger authorities.
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Insight
Is my council going to be abolished?
The government said it will invite all two-tier local authority areas to restructure into unitary authorities, which is likely to result in fewer, larger authorities.
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Research Briefing
Local Government Finance Settlement 2025/26
Local authorities in England will have £69.4 billion to spend in 2025/26. Here we look at the changes in this year’s funding, and the longer-term context.
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Research Briefing
Non-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) Bill 2024-25
A briefing on the Non-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) Bill 2024-25
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Research Briefing
Local government air quality responsibilities
Local authorities must monitor and improve air quality to meet objectives. This briefing gives an overview of the local air quality management regime.
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Research Briefing
How could the government change the business rates system?
Business rates are currently based on a property’s rateable value times a multiplier. Changes to the system could include new ways of calculating these factors.
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Insight
How could the government change the business rates system?
Business rates are currently based on a property’s rateable value times a multiplier. Changes to the system could include new ways of calculating these factors.
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Research Briefing
Adult social care workforce in England
An overview of key issues and policy concerning the adult social care workforce in England.
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Research Briefing
What would happen if the single person discount on council tax was abolished?
The single person discount on council tax means people living alone pay less council tax. Average council tax per person would fall if the discount were removed.
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Insight
What would happen if the single person discount on council tax was abolished?
The single person discount on council tax means people living alone pay less council tax. Average council tax per person would fall if the discount were removed.
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Research Briefing
Enterprise Zones
There are currently 48 operational Enterprise Zones in England. Similar policies have been adopted by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Businesses in these small areas will benefit from tax and planning concessions and superfast broadband.
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Research Briefing
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)
A briefing paper on Business Improvement Districts, which sets out the legal basis of BIDs and key statistics on their operations.
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Research Briefing
Council tax: FAQs
This Briefing Paper provides a general introduction to council tax, a tax levied on domestic properties in England, Scotland and Wales. It explains what council tax is, who has to pay it, how council tax is calculated and set, and whether any exemptions or discounts may be available.
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Research Briefing
The Greater London Authority
This briefing paper summarises the role and powers of the Mayor of London and the Greater London Authority.
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