Risk that short-term temporary accommodation solutions become a long-term crisis both for public finances and for people experiencing homelessness

Councils are in ‘firefighting’ mode, focussed on managing demand rather than prevention and value for money

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Savings delivered by NHS organisations in 2023-24

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The Wales Infrastructure Investment Strategy is a step forwards in providing a long-term, outcome-focused direction

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Commissioning services

A thematic review at each of the 22 principal councils looking at their arrangements for commissioning services, followed by a national summary report.

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A study of how councils and their partners are working to address the increasing demand for temporary accommodation. We will consider current and future financial implications and assess whether there are opportunities to improve value for money.

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Public bodies’ support for children and young people with Additional Learning Needs.

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Risk that short-term temporary accommodation solutions becom...

Councils are in ‘firefighting’ mode, focussed on managing demand rather than prevention and value for money

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Do you see me?

Sara Leahy and Seth Newman write about our work on Additional Learning Needs as we mark Learning Disability Week 2025.

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