Written evidence on local government financial sustainability

Steccolini, I, Dom, BK ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0889-2571 and Lino, A, 2025. Written evidence on local government financial sustainability. London: Public Accounts Committee, House of Commons.

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Abstract

In this response, we established that:

The short-term, blame-oriented accountability frameworks and market-driven responses directly exacerbate the chronic financial pressures experienced by local authorities across these critical service areas. Strengthening financial resilience through strategic, long-term accountability reform, reinvestment in internal capabilities, and reduction of reliance on costly market solutions is essential to stabilising local authority finances and effectively meeting statutory service demands.

While financial assistance helps strengthen the financial resilience of local authorities, non-financial interventions are crucial for long-term stability and meaningful service delivery. By prioritising proactive strategies, such as anticipatory planning and preventive policies, increased participation, and innovative service models, councils can move beyond crisis-driven responses and build a more sustainable and equitable system.

Item Type:	Research report for external body
Alternative Title:	Written evidence submitted by Professor Ileana Steccolini, Dr Bernard K. Dom and Dr André Lino ( LGFS0022)
Creators:	Steccolini, I., Dom, B.K. and Lino, A.
Publisher:	Public Accounts Committee, House of Commons
Place of Publication:	London
Date:	3 April 2025
Identifiers:	Number Type 2425577 Other
Divisions:	Schools > Nottingham Business School
Record created by:	Jonathan Gallacher
Date Added:	10 Apr 2025 10:48
Last Modified:	10 Apr 2025 10:48
Related URLs:	Publisher
URI:	https://irep.ntu.ac.uk/id/eprint/53394

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