Local Government Finance Settlement 2008/09-2010/11

Documents to download

Local Government Finance Settlement 2008/09-2010/11. House of Commons Library Research Paper 08/11

Adult social care workforce in England

An overview of key issues and policy concerning the adult social care workforce in England.
What would happen if the single person discount on council tax was abolished?

The single person discount on council tax means people living alone pay less council tax. Average council tax per person would fall if the discount were removed.
- Local government
Enterprise Zones

There are currently 48 operational Enterprise Zones in England. Similar policies have been adopted by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Businesses in these small areas will benefit from tax and planning concessions and superfast broadband.