Rising temporary accommodation costs in England and Wales
Council spending on temporary accommodation in England has risen by a quarter in the past year, reaching £2.8 billion in 2024/25, according to recent government figures.
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How smarter procurement is helping local authorities deliver
Embracing digital procurement means local authorities can reduce spend, boost local communities and help meet net-zero targets.
‘£13bn potential growth in industrial towns’ – LGA
Older industrial towns and cities across England could deliver up to £13 billion in untapped economic potential if given the right investment and powers, according to new analysis commissioned by the LGA.
Conference season success
Councils were at the heart of national debate.
‘Keep bin collections local’ – LGA
The LGA has urged ministers to resist calls from the packaging industry to run household waste and recycling, and to keep collection decisions local.
Council recruitment campaign targets young people
An innovative pilot campaign aimed at promoting local government careers for young people launched in October in the West Midlands.
Fair pay for care workers ‘must be fully funded’
The Government has announced a £500 million investment for the first fair pay agreement for adult care workers, alongside a public consultation on its implementation.
£5 billion for community regeneration
Community groups will be given powers to block betting and vape shops from opening and save local pubs and libraries from closure.
Communities ‘don’t know who is managing flood risk’
MPs have called for a single national flood information and reporting service, warning that many communities do not know who is responsible for managing flood risk in their area.
Licence plan to protect children from vape sales
The Government has announced plans to introduce the first licences for retailers selling tobacco, vapes and nicotine products.