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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

by Councillor Hannah Dalton

You’ll be reading this just before or during the LGA’s annual conference.

From campaigning to governing

by Councillor Stephen Atkinson

This month marks a year since the Reform UK Group was established at the LGA.

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What works in local government?

by Dr Jason Lowther

At the LGA’s Smith Square debate in March, on ‘LG2040: the state of things to come’, we had an interesting discussion on how innovation spreads.

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Turbocharging innovation

by Councillor Jacob Allen

In Brighton & Hove, we have a huge financial challenge.

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Leaders of our places

by Councillor Louise Gittins

I was delighted to lead an LGA delegation to the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) in Leeds last month.

A King’s Speech for local government

by Councillor Bev Craig

First, I pay tribute to every Labour councillor who stood in May’s local elections – those re-elected and those who lost their seats – for your tireless dedication to the residents and communities you serve, and to our movement.

Keeping a dominant voice in the LGA

by Councillor Kevin Bentley

Following last month’s local elections, the Conservative Group will remain a dominant voice in the LGA, ensuring that the case for authentic Conservative principles is woven into policy and lobbying output on behalf of our councils.