Election delays damage public confidence
The past year has been unsettled for local government.
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Delivering a fairer society for all
From day one of this Labour Government, ministers have been clear that fairness and fiscal stability is at the heart of our Plan for Change, and the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget represents a hopeful step for communities across the country.
Missed opportunity to reset council finances
This could have been a consequential period for local government finance.
Changes are better late than never
The Chancellor has finally decided to abolish the two-child benefit cap.
Preparing for the challenges ahead
As we look towards the LGA Independent Group Annual Conference 2026, our theme – ‘Resilience for councillors, community and place’ – could not be more timely.
Using our influence at the LGA
As we approach the end of the year, the LGA’s Reform UK Group – with only a few months under its belt – has carried out much of the good work it set out to do in September.
Tackling poor housing in the private rented sector
Every council in England knows that local government is at the coalface of the housing crisis in our country.
A strong voice for Conservative councils
I am writing this after a busy, but very enjoyable, Conservative Party Conference in Manchester.
The right support for councillors
It’s a breath of fresh air to have a government take our role seriously and value councillors’ work – sometimes, anyway!
100 days of progress and purpose
As I reach the 100-day milestone, I feel humbled and privileged to have been entrusted to represent you as Leader of the LGA’s Independent Group.