Coming together to provide real solutions
What a brilliant LGA conference in Bournemouth this year, with nearly 200 Conservative councillors in attendance.
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Positive buzz and constructive debate
It was brilliant to see so many of you in sunny Bournemouth for the LGA’s annual conference 2026.
LGR ‘chaotic and disrespectful’
One of the last acts of the Starmer Government was to announce one of the biggest shake-ups in local government for a generation.
Listening should never be a token exercise
Local government is at its best when decisions are shaped by the people they affect.
The postcode test for Andy Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants to take power out of Westminster and put it into every postcode. The test is whether he will match that promise with authority, resources and discretion.
Shaping places in partnership
As we head towards the LGA’s annual conference, we have been reflecting on this year’s theme: ‘From neighbourhoods to nations – building lasting futures locally’.
Reflecting councillor views on social housing
I am looking forward to welcoming 200 Conservative councillors to Bournemouth next week, at the LGA’s annual conference (7-9 July).
Respectful debates
Politicians from all parties recently paid tribute to Jo Cox MP, who was murdered just over 10 years ago in the run-up to the Brexit referendum.
Looking ahead to the future
You’ll be reading this just before or during the LGA’s annual conference.
From campaigning to governing
This month marks a year since the Reform UK Group was established at the LGA.