Lords report calls for action on housing crisis
The Lords Built Environment Committee has called on the Government to address barriers to building much-needed new homes.
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Funding for expert advice on housing
Thirty projects are to receive up to £25,000 each to help 90 councils overcome housing challenges in their local areas.
Improving building safety
Leaseholders will have more protection from costly remediation bills.
Leadership talent
The LGA’s Local Government Challenge is looking for the council superstars of the future.
COVID restrictions lifted as Omicron peak passes
Face coverings and COVID passes are no longer legally required in England, after the relaxation of Plan B rules came into effect in late January.
New vision for adult social care
The Government has set out a 10-year vision for adult social care in England, in a long-awaited white paper.
Cash for councils up 6.9%
Council core spending power could increase by 6.9 per cent in cash terms in 2022/23, according to the provisional local government finance settlement.
Funding to tackle low vaccine take-up
Councils are to get £22.5 million from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to encourage people to come forward and get vaccinated.
Supporting people with learning disabilities
People with a learning disability have the right to the same opportunities as anyone else to live satisfying and valued lives, and to be treated with the same dignity and respect.