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David Phillips interview: where ‘concerted action’ could mend local government finances

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A combination of legislation, changes in operating models, and invest-to-save initiatives will be needed to reduce cost pressures in local government – the key to returning to a more sustainable financial footing, according to David Phillips, an associate director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies.

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Speaking to Room151 about the overall picture in local government finance and possible solutions, Phillips said: “The biggest things about tackling issues in the

Room151’s head of research Dan Bates reflects on the ‘generally positive’ business rates technical consultation and sets out what will be needed in the upcoming summer consultation on funding reform.

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