Children’s social care costs at ‘record high’
A coalition of children’s charities is calling on the Government to use recent investment to rebalance children’s services towards early support.
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Students to get MenB vaccine
The Government has announced the rollout of a one-off meningitis B vaccine programme for young people in England and Wales.
Replacement needed for Healthwatch, says LGA
The LGA is calling on the Government to retain a statutory independent local patient ‘voice’ and work with councils to develop a model for patient and public voice that ensures accountability and independence across health and social care.
LGA’s new political balance confirmed
The Green Party is to establish a group office at the LGA, following the 7 May elections in which it exceeded the required 5 per cent threshold.
Post-16 local offer ‘needs to improve’
Councils must be at the heart of solving the youth unemployment crisis, the LGA has said in response to Alan Milburn’s independent interim report on young people and work.
Leading your area through the SEND reforms: how strong digital foundations protect children, families and councils
The Government’s recent Schools White Paper and the accompanying SEND reform proposals represent a significant shift for local areas.
