Starmer's rule described as a 'dictatorship' as councillors quit over 'Labour values' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKeir Starmer's leadership criticized for abandoning Labour values, prompting 20 councillors from Broxtowe to resign, citing concerns over local democracy and governance.
Angela Rayner denies her house building plan will undermine local democracyThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism during critical times, advocating for reliable reporting on pressing issues.
Starmer's rule described as a 'dictatorship' as councillors quit over 'Labour values' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKeir Starmer's leadership criticized for abandoning Labour values, prompting 20 councillors from Broxtowe to resign, citing concerns over local democracy and governance.
Angela Rayner denies her house building plan will undermine local democracyThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism during critical times, advocating for reliable reporting on pressing issues.
Opinion: We cannot allow the matching funds program to be sidelined in 2025New York City's matching funds program empowers diverse candidates and enhances democratic representation by significantly increasing participation among women and people of color.
Labour's planning laws reform' is really an attack on local democracy | Simon JenkinsLocal democracy in Britain is being undermined, concentrating power in central government and limiting local decision-making in planning.
Billionaires are attacking San Francisco's system of democracy - 48 hillsProposition D threatens San Francisco's democratic oversight by limiting commissions that represent diverse community voices and potentially supports unethical political fundraising.
KALW's "Mad Props" Ballot Party + Free Joyride Pizza (SF)The Mad Props event promotes local democracy through performance and storytelling, encouraging community involvement and informed voting.
Billionaires are attacking San Francisco's system of democracy - 48 hillsProposition D threatens San Francisco's democratic oversight by limiting commissions that represent diverse community voices and potentially supports unethical political fundraising.
KALW's "Mad Props" Ballot Party + Free Joyride Pizza (SF)The Mad Props event promotes local democracy through performance and storytelling, encouraging community involvement and informed voting.
Op-Ed | Randy Mastro would be easily confirmed if tensions didn't exist between the Mayor and the Council | amNewYorkRandy Mastro's nomination for Corporation Counsel is critical, but politics are hindering a deserving appointment amidst important discussions about local government.
The Guardian view on hyperlocalism: communities need more oomph | EditorialThe establishment of the Queen's Park community council remains an isolated case, amidst challenges in urban local governance and community empowerment.
City Council Speaker Vows to Fight Mayor's Charter Revision MeasureProposed revisions to city charter shifting power from City Council to mayor sparked opposition for November election.
Sydney council removes public forum from meetings over staff mental health concernsLocal residents are restricted from addressing Sydney council meetings due to mental health concerns for staff.Moving public forum outside council meetings may lead to lower participation and less accountability.
Councillors warn of threat to local democracy' in England after budget cuts forced on NottinghamLocal democracy in financially stricken cities is threatened by lack of control over budget decisions.Government-appointed commissioners and senior officers have usurped power from elected councillors in Nottingham city council.
We don't know what's going on any more': how Australia lost its rural newspapersDespite dedication, local journalism struggles to survive due to changing consumer habits and financial challenges.