Research on the evolving role of local authorities in school systems that are increasingly academised

Two different strands of this project which use different methodologies. Strand 1 - Qualitative interviews in 10 local authority areas. These will include a range of leaders from each local system through one-to-one interviews and small-group workshops. The interviews will provide a rounded view on the role of each local authority because the sample won't solely include LA staff (elected members, senior local authority officers and heads of service) but also school leaders (including MATs), governors, and diocese e...