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Schools White Paper

Councils played a crucial role in education during the pandemic – the Government must recognise their importance.

The LGA has published a new report setting out its practical vision for an integrated and devolved employment and skills service.

Councils are supporting disadvantaged young people into education, employment and training .

Better understanding of private companies is needed to safeguard those in care.

What can councils do to make doorstep deliveries more sustainable?

The LGA’s graduate development programme for councils is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

From fly-tipping to homelessness, LG Inform – the LGA’s free data benchmarking tool – can help councils compare and improve services.

Councils can improve jobs and skills outcomes for less if given the powers to coordinate local provision.

The search is on for local government’s top apprentice.

Enhancing biodiversity through the planning system creates a range of benefits for local communities.