Comprehensive Spending Review 2007 Implications for Local Government and Housing

November/December 2007

The Comprehensive Spending Review for 2007 will set a new financial framework for Local Government and Housing and determine the scale of public sector reform. It is clear that the government will demand better services within a tighter financial framework. Important issues clearly include:

• Future Resources
• Affordable Housing
• Value for Money and Efficiency
• Partnership and Collaboration

The Comprehensive Spending Review of 2007 will be outlined 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 will be considered.

Will Revenue Support Grant be top-sliced? How will this impact on Council Tax and services?

How more Affordable Housing is to be delivered following the government’s announcement that this is to become a major priority? The roles of Central Government, the New Homes Agency, Regional Housing Boards, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Arms Length Management Organisations and Private Developers will be examined.

How will Local Authorities and Housing Associations be expected to deliver increased Value for Money and Efficiency Gains in all services in both ongoing activities and capital investment?

This course is suitable for all those with an interest in the management and resourcing of local government and housing including Councillors, Board Members, Managers and Accountants.

The course is accompanied by a very useful book entitled:

“Comprehensive Spending Review 2007 – Implications for Local Government and Housing”

Venues and Dates

London: Thistle Hotel, Euston – 20th November 2007

Walsall: Fairlawns Hotel, Aldridge – 28th November 2007

Wakefield: Cedar Court Hotel – 4th December 2007