The Lib Dems promise to ‘halt the decline in bus services’ | Anna Bawden
Guardian experts give their view on the main parties’ public service manifesto pledges. Here, our deputy society editor looks at local government
• Denis Campbell on health
• David Brindle on social care
• Patrick Butler on social security
• Dawn Foster on housing
• Frances Ryan on disability
• Alan Travis on criminal justice and immigration
• Jane Dudman on the civil service
• Damian Carrington on the environment
• Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Local revenue raising through business rates and council tax would continue to be phased in, despite councils in more deprived areas set to lose out. The new mayor-led combined authorities would be responsible for coordinating their own industrial strategies. A “cultural development fund” would be introduced to “turn around” communities. New government buildings would have to make “a positive contribution” to a local area. More funding for “comprehensive” rubbish collection and recycling is promised, along with pledges to fill potholes, bring “sustainable growth” to rural areas and “safeguard” the post office network, though how is not made clear. A review is promised of how children in need are best supported.
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Source: Guardian Transport
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