An era of Whitehall control has ended with a historic shift in power back to local people, as the Localism Bill becomes law.

The Localism Act will trigger the biggest transfer of power in a generation, releasing councils and communities from the grip of central government.

Please click here to read the full story.

The CCA Local Government Conference 2012 is taking place on 24th-25th February at The Queens Hotel, Leeds.

A booking form was included with the November edition of Input or alternatively further details can be found on the Events page.

We hope to see you there!