A fund intended to help vulnerable people in Liverpool to live independently is performing well with excellent prospects for improvement, it has been claimed.

In news that may be of interest to people in talent pools for social work jobs, Liverpool city council’s work has been applauded by the Audit Commission. (more…)

An EU commitment to a £2 billion investment in jobs and skills in England over the next seven years has been welcomed today by the minister for work and pension Mike O’Brien.

In news likely to be welcomed by regional recruitment portal organisers and workers in talent pools across the country, the European Commission has announced agreement on a European social fund programme, which will provide job search advice and support. (more…)

Prime minister Gordon Brown’s assertion that he wishes to empower communities and encourage sustainable efficiencies among local authorities has been welcomed by the New Local Government Network (NLGN).

The body is calling for the prime minister to place local leaders and decision-makers at the heart of a drive to re-engage people with local politics. (more…)

More needs to be done to provide support for people developing mental health difficulties as they get older, according to accommodation association Housing 21.

The body has made its comments following the publication of a report which details the results of a four-year inquiry into the subject. (more…)

A new convener has been appointed for the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) by children and early years minister Adam Ingram, it has emerged.

In a development which may be relevant to those interested in public sector work, Mr Ingram announced Garry Coutts as the council’s convener, who will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of a forthcoming report and a specific workforce review. (more…)