Local government leaders are facing a call for a radical rethink of their approach to issues of aging as they face the challenge of meeting the increasing needs of an aging society against a background of pressure on their budgets. The call has come from Age UK in a manifesto urging a step-change to local policies and services for people in later life.

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Rural areas can make a big contribution to the economic recovery of the whole country according to the latest analysis from the Commission for Rural Communities. In its ‘State of the countryside’ report, published today, it also points to country people being in a good position to respond to the new local empowerment agenda.

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By Esther Cameron and Mike Green.

The book identifies the five key roles used by effective leaders. A practical, accessible and solution-focused book, it helps managers and leaders develop their leadership skills.

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