The Editorial Team
Additional funding for councils ‘falls short’
The UK Government has announced additional funding for councils in England, including towards the cost of increases in employers’ National lnsurance contributions – as called for by the LGA in December (see first 700).
Social care workforce ‘at breaking point’
The LGA has called for “immediate and decisive” action to tackle the adult social care workforce crisis, as a new report reveals huge challenges in recruiting and retaining staff.
The importance of local government finance
LGA resources can help councillors ensure value for money.
Councils overspending on adult social care
Around 81 per cent of councils expect to overspend their adult social care budgets this year – up from 72 per cent last year, according to the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS).
Supported housing ‘could save millions’
Providing supported housing for older people and those with learning disabilities or mental health needs could lead to major savings for the public sector, the LGA has said.
Cladding targets ‘may be missed’
The Government may miss its 2035 target for removing unsafe cladding from buildings because of slow progress, a report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has revealed.
‘Boost local growth by extending UKSPF’
Vital funding used to boost inclusive economic growth should be extended by a year to avoid a cliff edge in support for local projects, the LGA has urged.