George Agyemang

Sep 12, 2024 | themj.co.uk | George Agyemang |Craig White |Jonathan Werran |Ann McGauran

The housing sector is experiencing significant shifts, driven by increasing demand for skilled professionals and changes in how local authorities manage housing services. Here's a summary of these trends and potential strategies, as we see them, to assist local authorities in meeting their recruitment needs. ∙ Population growth and urbanisation: The growing population, particularly in urban areas, has led to a surge in demand for housing.

Aug 15, 2023 | themj.co.uk | Stephen Young |George Agyemang

The recently published LGA Local Government Workforce Survey showed more than nine out of 10 local authorities are experiencing staff recruitment and retention issues which, in turn, is driving an unsustainable reliance on agency staff, particularly in social care.