Council tax surcharge
A consultation has opened on government plans for a high-value council tax surcharge on residential properties worth £2 million or more in England.
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Mental health strategy
The Government has launched a call for evidence of best practice in communities to support a new mental health strategy for England focused on prevention.
Councillor pensions
Councillors in England under the age of 75 and in receipt of allowances can now apply to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
LGA’s new political balance confirmed
Following the local elections held on 7 May, the LGA’s political proportionality has been calculated and independently verified.
Planning reforms ‘stop local response’
Proposed changes to planning committees could undermine local democratic decision-making, the LGA has warned.
Interim CEX appointed to LGA
The LGA has appointed former Camden Chief Executive Jenny Rowlands as its Interim Chief Executive. She will take up the role on 11 May.