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Gary Porter

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Lord Porter of Spalding is the Leader of South Holland DIstrict Council, the Chairman of Local Government Association and Chairman of the Conservative Councillors Association.

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Gary Porter: To level up, we need alumni networks for state schools

Our new initiative in South Holland will inspire children from disadvantaged backgrounds that they can succeed.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 9 September 2020 at 6:10 am | 7 comments

Gary Porter: Reflections on four years as the voice of local government

When we work with central government, we improve lives and achieve the best results for our communities.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 18 September 2019 at 6:10 am | 3 comments

Gary Porter: Why I’m backing Javid

He secured two big wins for local government during his time as our Secretary of State – on both social care and housing.

Highlights, Local Government | By Gary Porter | 17 June 2019 at 6:50 am | 22 comments

Gary Porter: The local elections weren’t just about Brexit. Hostility to new housing was a big factor.

The Government has committed to building 300,000 new homes by the mid-2020s. But we need to deliver this with public consent.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 22 May 2019 at 6:10 am | 31 comments

Gary Porter: Self-build and custom build will become increasingly important to delivering the new homes we need

In the UK, we have lost the capacity for individuals to provide or commission homes individually tailored to their needs.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 17 January 2019 at 6:10 am | 17 comments

Gary Porter: It wouldn’t be Christmas…without the Provisional Local Government Finance Settlement

It contained a number of positive announcements. The New Homes Bonus is particularly significant for shire districts.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 18 December 2018 at 6:10 am | 2 comments

Gary Porter: The Government is listening to Conservative councillors

On Brexit, housing and social care there is constructive dialogue and partnership with Ministers. It is delivering results.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 31 July 2018 at 6:10 am | 9 comments

Gary Porter: Better partnership with central Government has given Conservative councils the chance to deliver

Extolling the virtues of the Localism Act might not be a big vote winner of the doorstep – but the many achievements it has made possible are having an impact.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 18 April 2018 at 6:10 am | 2 comments

Gary Porter: Co-location is delivering better value for money in the public sector

Councils sharing space with job centres is an example. It means an improved service – and releases buildings which can be sold to reduce debt and provide new homes.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 7 March 2018 at 6:10 am | 8 comments

Gary Porter: Leaving the EU will allow simpler and more flexible local government

We must seize the opportunities to provide services in a more efficient way – cutting the long delays on public procurement is an obvious example.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 15 January 2018 at 6:10 am | 15 comments

Gary Porter: A disappointing Queen’s Speech for local government

The Government has not reintroduced the Bill that would implement its commitment to the localisation of business rates by 2020.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 29 June 2017 at 6:10 am

Gary Porter: This is the first time I can remember our candidates being greeted with joy by voters

Last week’s results consolidated our position as the largest party in local government – with over 400 gains.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 8 May 2017 at 6:10 am | 9 comments

Gary Porter: What local government will be looking for from the new Prime Minister

Councils need a voice in the Brexit negotiations, more devolution deals and full retention of Business Rates.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 15 July 2016 at 6:10 am | 12 comments

Gary Porter: A post-Brexit UK will boost localism

Skills and training programmes, partly financed by the European Social Fund, are highly centralised and inefficient.

Local Government | By Gary Porter | 1 July 2016 at 6:10 am | 11 comments

Gary Porter: The Autumn Statement means greater flexibility over council finances

There is a mixed picture but the Government is listening to our concerns.

Highlights, Local Government | By Gary Porter | 2 December 2015 at 6:15 am | 2 comments

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