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Political and mayoral assistants
Political and mayoral assistants will potentially play an increasingly important role in the post-LGR/devolution landscape. Geoff Wild sets out the legislative background to these posts in local authorities, the scope of the roles and constitutional changes necessary to proceed with appointments.
Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England
James Berry offers his insight into how the proposed changes to standards and conduct rules will affect local authorities.
Managing AI Risks in Local Government
Amardeep Gill and Tayler-Mae Porter provide practical guidance for legal teams on the use of AI in local government.
Guidance and application in relation to dispensations for councillors
Councillor dispensations are official permissions that allow members with a conflict of interest to participate in discussions or vote on a specific matter where they would otherwise be prohibited. However, they are sometimes granted with wide subjective discretion and little regard to the legislative framework, writes Geoff Wild.
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