Looking beyond the two-party system
With local elections approaching, many of you will be balancing the demands of campaigning, council responsibilities, and the everyday challenges facing residents.
Councillor Hannah Dalton
Developing democracy and future leaders
As we begin the year, the decision to delay some of the local elections has given many of us pause for thought.
An honest and balanced partnership
As we enter 2026, local government faces a year of significant change.
Preparing for the challenges ahead
As we look towards the LGA Independent Group Annual Conference 2026, our theme – ‘Resilience for councillors, community and place’ – could not be more timely.
100 days of progress and purpose
As I reach the 100-day milestone, I feel humbled and privileged to have been entrusted to represent you as Leader of the LGA’s Independent Group.
Leading with empathy and fostering unity
At the time of writing, we are dismayed by the murder in the US of Charlie Kirk.
Championing public services
It is an honour to be writing my first magazine article (no pun intended!) as the new LGA Independent Group Leader – and following the LGA’s annual conference in Liverpool, I want to reiterate my commitments as the new group leader.