Hugh Sykes: How spatial planning can make levelling up a reality

Put simply, it is the “where” of decisions – it helps policy makers to see where, and how, to focus effort, direct investment and encourage economic activity.

Izzi Seccombe: During this crisis, I’m proud of how Conservative councils are delivering the help needed

The focus has been on the vulnerable – the elderly, the lonely, and getting homeless people off the streets and into secure accommodation.

Ian Bowyer: A creative agenda for Plymouth

We want to generate income, to help pay for local services – and drive economic growth, to create jobs and homes where people want them.

Johnny Mercer: Ministers are asking for my vote next week. But I’m asking them for a vision – now.

I, like many colleagues, react badly to the Party’s decision to try and strong-arm me into voting for this deal.

Alison Hernandez: Fighting crime in Devon and Cornwall

My force estimates that dealing with mentally unwell people takes around 40 per cent of officer time. If we can get people the help they need this frees up officers to deal with those who choose to break the law.

WATCH: Mercer tells Commons that welfare reform is crucial to rewarding work

“You cannot marry the idea that you should bin universal credit with a commitment to improving the life chances of our most vulnerable constituents.”

Low expectations could make the local election results seem like a Conservative triumph

UKIP’s decline will probably allow the three main parties to each claim an increased vote share. Afterwards, the Tories will still be the largest party in local government.

Andrew Laird: Will it be full speed ahead for English devolution?

The Government has heard the message, and is dropping the mayoral requirement for rural counties seeking increased devolved power.

Councils honour the Armed Forces

Many thousands took part in events around the country.

Johnny Mercer: If you want to move into the unknown, go for it. It is your right. But I’m not coming. I’m voting Remain.

Do we really think in a world that is only getting more dangerous and more complex, we are better off alone, or as part of a team heading in generally the same direction?

Labour gains power in Walsall and Worcester

But the Conservatives are now leading Plymouth.

Ian Bowyer: The battle for Plymouth

We won’t forget we are Conservatives – we will strive to keep council tax low and balance the books.

A lot more allotments with the Conservatives

It’s another Big Society success story