Labour is ready to govern
It was great to meet so many colleagues and friends in Liverpool for this year’s Labour Party conference.
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Conference highlights need for Conservatives in local government
Party conference has enabled Conservative local leaders to come together to share ideas and contribute policy.
An agenda we can deliver
Local government has been steadily squeezed by austerity, inflation and centralisation over the years.
Leading the journey to net zero
A life-size white elephant called HS2 greeted us as we arrived to support so many of our inspiring councillors at the Green Party Conference in Brighton in October.
Keeping children with their families
Earlier this year, we published findings showing that family group conferences can keep children out of care, to instead live safely at home with their families.
Data literacy in local government
Data has emerged as a powerful asset that can revolutionise decision-making and transform governance.
The retrofit challenge
Access to funding, innovation and collaboration are key as local authorities across the country race to decarbonise housing.
Feedback and finances
It may already seem a long time ago, but I hope you had a chance to recharge your batteries over the summer, ahead of what promises to be another challenging and rewarding year in local government.