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Looks back on `Public Finance' periodical's interviews with the personalities making the headlines in 1996. Includes environment civil servant Chris Brearley; Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy director Noel Hepworth; Environment secretary John Gummer.

Traces the evolution of the the magazine `Public Finance' as it celebrates its 100th year anniversary. Events that shaped the course of the public finance sector in Great Britain.

Focuses on the launching of the `Public Finance' magazine's internet site known as the `Public Finance on-line'. Primary aim of the site; Sedgwick's sponsoring the `Public Finance on-line'; Special features.

Reports on the survey by the `Public Finance' periodical and the firm Robert Walters Associates on the views of public sector accountants on public service reform. Opposition of the majority to compulsory competitive tendering (CCT); Agreement by the majority to reorganizations in local governments; Views on the effects of reforms on the public service.

The article reports that chief executives and local government finance directors have agreed on the significance of scarce public resource investment in major sports events in the community. It says that the panel of speakers at the dinner debate of "Public Finance" in Glasgow, Scotland in 2013 have convinced the executives on the importance of sports investment. Bridget McConnell of Glasgow City Council also notes the importance of building sport events into national and local strategy.

Celebrates `Public Finance' magazine's first year anniversary. Estimates on subscription among public finance professional reading; Columnists; Success of the magazine's first year.

The article presents the winners of the 2009 Future Leaders competition by the "Public Finance" periodical and the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy in Great Britain. The winners were chosen among public service officers for their leadership skills and likeliness to reach the top of their careers. Among the winners mentioned include Katy Elstrup of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Shaheda Mulla of London Borough of Hounslow, and Jayne Stephenson of Trafford.

The article reflects on John Denham's assertion that he does not fail in managing the short-lived Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (Dius) in Great Britain. Denham has said to "Public Finance" that Dius does exist and evolves from an education-focused department to an economic one. He mentions that the fusion of the two departments is brought about by its similar economic focus. He also urged that wider economic opportunities and training are coming to his new role.

The article reports on the survey for the magazine "Public Finance" in Great Britain. Accordingly, the survey examined the views of almost 1,000 "Public Finance" readers. It asked for feedback on the magazine, its online version and its recruitment website. The result of the survey shows that "Public Finance" has improved as a publication since 2006, and has been given high satisfaction ratings.

Several letters to the editor in response to articles in previous issues of Public Finance journal including "Forcing the Issue," by Vivienne Russell and "Closing the gap," by Dennis O' Connor in the February 24-March 2, 2006 issue and "The future relies on real savings," by Steve Freer in the March 3-9, 2006 issue are presented.

Announces the appointment of Mike Thatcher as editor of the periodical `Public Finance.' Remarks of Thatcher's co-workers regarding his appointment; Maria McHale's appointment as deputy editor.

Reports that `Public Finance' magazine has won the Golden Page award for editorial quality. On-line publisher Anbar Electronic Intelligence as the sponsor of the award; Details on the award; Contributors to the magazine.

Presents the web site address of the Public Finance magazine for persons interesting in joining the public sector internet debate.

Reports on the appointment of Victor Smart to the position of editor of the Public Finance magazine. Background information on Smart; Statements issued by Smart.

Announces the joint effort of `Public Finance' magazine and the IPF to offer readers in Great Britain with a comprehensive Performance Indicator analysis package. Interpretation of the Audit Commission's local government performance indicators; Constituents of the analysis; Contact information.

Focuses on new sections launched by `Public Finance' periodical which gives a fresh look at some old time favorites and introduces a competition enabling a reader to win a holiday trip. Off balance-sheet; No Accounting for Taste; Sound Bytes; IT Files; Stock Challenge; City Watch.

Informs that magazine `Public Finance,' as the first choice for news source based on a survey. Association who conducted the survey; Other choices of publication surveyed; Publisher of the magazine.

Focuses on the revamping of `Public Finance' magazine on its pensions coverage to cater the interest of public sector workers in Great Britain. Aims of Pension Watch, part of Public Finance's monthly City Watch section; Introduction of Pension Notes; Features of the monthly `Pension Profile'.

Focuses on the `Public Finance'/Reuters Moneyview Euro 1996 competition which gives winners ticket to the Euro 1996 at Wembley, England. Other prizes for winners; Background information on Reuters Moneyview; What Moneyview offers; Competition rules.

Celebrates the first year anniversary of `Public Finance' magazine's `No Accounting for Taste' department. History; Featuring of sports, pets and animals, music, magicians, etc.

Reflects on the launching of `Public Finance' periodical in 1993. Aims and missions; Embodiment of the realities of public service accountancy; Attuning to the finance profession.

Reports on the survey by the `Public Finance' periodical and the firm Robert Walters Associates on the views of local government accountants on public sector reforms. Opposition to compulsory competitive tendering; Support of accountants to reorganization proposals; Profile on the accountants surveyed.

Reports on the agreement signed by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for readers of `Public Finance' magazine allowing them a discounted stay at a three-star Friendly Hotel in Great Britain. Features of the package; Cost of stay; Features of Friendly Hotels; Contact information.