Local Government Chronicle
LGC Top 50
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Boris Johnson
The Conservatives’ blond bombshell, Boris Johnson, swept into local government’s most powerful position in May 2008. -
Hazel Blears
Hazel Blears, the communities and local government secretary, is one of the Cabinet’s staunchest New Labour voices. -
Irene Lucas
Irene Lucas, the chief executive at South Tyneside MBC, has become synonymous with the word ‘innovation’. -
John Healey
The ubiquitous local government minister John Healey secured the top spot in the LGC50 for 2008. -
LGC Top 50: 11-20
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LGC Top 50: 21-30
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LGC Top 50: 31-40
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LGC Top 50: 41-50
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Margaret Eaton
Margaret Eaton, the female chair of the Local Government Association, won plaudits for her ability to work with politicians from all the main parties before her elevation in 2008. -
Merrick Cockell
Merrick Cockell has been an integral part of the revival of his party in London which culminated in its victory in the mayoral election. -
Richard Leese
Manchester’s football fans weren’t endeared to Sir Richard Leese in May - the Labour leader of the city council refused to allow the screening of the Champions League final on big screens in the city following riots during the UEFA Cup final the week earlier. -
Rob Whiteman
A former opera singer, Rob Whiteman is one of local government’s liveliest characters - and one of its visionaries. -
Robert Kerslake
It’s been a year of huge change for Sir Robert Kerslake, chief executive designate of the Homes & Communities Agency. -
Simon Milton
Sir Simon Milton may no longer be an elected councillor but he remains a key figure in local government.
