The book considers the Comprehensive Spending Review of 2007 in the context of the economy; government policies for public expenditure and taxation; government policies on local government and housing; and existing commitments. The implications of this for the resources that will be made available for local government and housing are considered.

How more Affordable Housing is to be delivered following the government’s announcement that this is to become a major priority is considered. The roles of Central Government, Communities England/Housing Corporation, Regional Housing Boards, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Arms Length Management Organisations and Private Developers are examined.

The book considers how Local Authorities and Housing Associations will be expected to deliver increased Value for Money and Efficiency Gains in all services in both ongoing activities and capital investment.

This book is designed for people who are involved in local government or housing; whether as elected Members, Board Members, financial officers, non-financial officers; officers in central government departments, or otherwise with an interest in local government or housing policy or finance. However, they need not be experts.

The guide was published in December 2007. To order your copy, please download and complete this order form or contact Adrian Waite on 017683-52347 or 52165 or Adrian.Waite@awics.co.uk.