Guildhall shortlisted for 'most improved Council' award
December 17, 2009 12:00 AM
The Guildhall - making strides under the Lib Dems
Lib Dem-run Northampton Borough Council is in the running for 'Most Improved Council of the Year' at the 2009 Local Government Chronicle Awards.
The LGC also announced that the Guildhall would be shortlisted for a high-profile regeneration award following this year's Market Square revamp.
Every year, the LGC recognises achievements in local government. The awards are considered an industry standard in local government.
The nominations wrap up a good year for the Guildhall, following hot on the heels of the Audit Commission's assessment of the Council as a 'transformed' authority.
The judging panel were especially impressed by the transformation of Northampton's historic Market Square.
Responding to the news, Council Leader Brian Hoare (Lib Dem, Abington), said:
"This is great news and another vote of confidence in the progress we have made since 2007.
"The Council's pace of change is now being recognised by residents, public sector partners, the Audit Commission and local government peers.
"We won't hear if we have won until 24 March. But to be up there with the best is a huge achievement and shows we are making a difference.
"The Council still has a long way to go. But with Liberal Democrats at the helm, we can and we will make the Guildhall greener, smarter and more relevant to people in their everyday lives."
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