Michelmores Local Government Alert
Welcome to the Michelmores Local Government Alert, where we bring you a round-up of the latest news and legal developments affecting Local Government. We hope that you find this useful and welcome your feedback.
Local Government Alert - 18th July
Welcome to the Michelmores Local Government Alert, where we bring you a round-up of the latest news and legal developments affecting Local Government. We hope that you find this useful and welcome your feedback.
PQQs removed to assist small businesses
The government has recently announced that Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) are to be removed for public sector contracts with a value under £100,000. The announcement is part of a package of measures which aim to open up public contracts to SMEs, charities and voluntary organisations.
Rejuvenating the 'Tip'
How Local Authorities are turning to unused sites (including refuse tips and quarries) to ensure economic regeneration.
Local Government Alert - 4 March 2011
A round-up of the latest news and developments affecting local government including information on finance and public procurement, Data Protection and Freedom of Information, employment, property and welfare issues, and current consultations.
Local Government Alert - January 2011
Employment Law Focus: Abolition of the Default Retirement Age... Government warning about Waste Framework Directive compliance... Localism Bill: second reading and new practice note... Public Procurement - use of relaxed accelerated risk procedure extended... Judicial Review of HMO changes... Empty Dwelling Management Orders retained... Empty homes will qualify for New Homes Bonus... 'Plain English Guide' to Localism Bill... Defra publishes Biodiversity Offsetting proposals... Community Asset Transfer Guide launched by English Heritage... National flood defence funding decreased, but increase in South West Local Levy... Top Tips on Freedom of Information for public authorities...
