Local government is gaining brownie points by forging ahead of other public bodies in meeting its efficiency targets, according to latest figures. Local government has come out smelling of roses regarding efficiency savings. The DCLG last week announced that English authorities were 'on course' to deliver 'a further £1.3bn' in savings for the current financial year. These follow £1.1bn last year and £760m in 2004/5.
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