Research and analysis

This report, developed by Newton in collaboration with the County Councils Network (CCN) sets out an ambitious vision for reforming adult social care.

This report showcases best practice as local authorities reacted swiftly to the Covid-19 pandemic.

This report sets out the findings of their inquiry into the sharp decline of bus services in county and rural areas and the impact this is having on communities and their economies.

This report explores childcare markets in county areas: assessing the sufficiency of places and challenges in the post-pandemic landscape.

This report features brand-new reorganisation analysis from PwC and examines how the size of a new unitary council affects the costs, risks and outcomes of that newly-created authority.

This report looks into county economies in the immediate aftermath of the pandemic, arguing that Covid-19 has intensified exisiting regional inequalities and vulnerabilities.

This report, commissioned by the County Councils Network (CCN) and produced by Henham Strategy explores the 'two tier' council structure in many English counties and sets out how the system can be improved.

This report, produced jointly by the County Councils Network (CCN) and ARCO, examines how retirement communities can play an important role in supporting healthy ageing and reducing pressure on health and social care systems