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Introduction As a result of the local government acts of 1999 and 2000, councils are bound by ‘best value’ principles – to give the local population the service they need and to which they are entitled as far as limited resources allow. Policy and project officers work in the chief executive’s office and undertake a [...] Related entries:

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Introduction This is a core post and exists in every type of local authority. Research is required in all the local service directorates. This particular example profiles the work of a research officer with the geographical information system in the department for social and housing services. It can be taken as a general guide to [...] Related entries:

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Introduction Policy officers contribute to the effective management of a council by helping to develop and implement strategies, objectives, and council-wide policies and procedures. They also review and monitor existing strategies and procedures to ensure consistency across the council. Work Environment Work is mostly undertaken in an office environment. Some travel to attend meetings within [...] Related entries:

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Introduction The job involves the provision of an effective consultancy and advisory service to the various client groups in relation to work contracts for provision of grounds maintenance services which have been awarded by the council following tender. Work Environment Most of the work is office based although a substantial amount of time (50% or [...] Related entries:

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Introduction The Local Government Act 1999 defines the duty of Best Value. ‘A Best Value authority must make arrangements to secure continued improvement in the way in which its functions are exercised, having regard to a combination of economy, efficiency and effectiveness’. This must have been done in conjunction with understanding and consulting on the [...] Related entries:

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