Follow the money
Every council requires money to finance the resources it needs to provide local public services. So, every councillor should take an interest in the way their council is funded and the financial decisions the council takes.
The Editorial Team
Leading the local recovery
More than 20 local authorities have contributed to a new ‘playbook’ on economic recovery, commissioned by the LGA.
Regulatory services ‘under pressure’ from EU transition
Key local services on the frontline of the COVID-19 response face additional pressure as a result of the end of EU transition arrangements.
Refocusing commercial activity
The pandemic and changes to official guidance are leading some councils to review their commercial investments.
Fire safety
The LGA has been pressing for new guidance to prioritise fire risk assessments of the most high-priority buildings.
Young people ‘missing out on full-time education’
More than a million young people in England could be missing formal full-time education, fuelled by significant gaps in education legislation, rising child support needs and a lack of funding, according to a new LGA report.
Tough new tiers ahead
Up to three households will be able to mix for five days over the Christmas period, under a relaxation of COVID-19 social distancing rules across the UK.
Influencing the corridors of power in Westminster
The LGA continues its work to help shape and influence the national agenda, shine a spotlight on councils’ outstanding work, and push for the powers, flexibilities and sustainable funding local government needs to provide much-needed support to our communities now and into the future.
Test and trace needs to be local
Local councils should be given the funding, real-time data and personnel to help reach all those who have been in contact with people testing positive for coronavirus, the LGA says.
LGA: Action needed to save ‘lost generation’
Today’s young people face becoming a “lost generation” unless the Government develops a COBRA-style response to boost skills and job opportunities, the LGA has warned.