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Councillors under threat

by Councillor Marianne Overton MBE

Survey reveals persistent levels of abuse and misinformation.

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Extreme weather events

by Councillors Adam Hug and Heather Kidd MBE and Wendy Maples

Adapting to the risks of climate change.

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Working within combined authorities

by The Editorial Team

The LGA has published lessons for councils.

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A force for growth

by Eve Roodhouse

Councils are key to unlocking economic potential.

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Mobile phone theft

by Councillor Heather Kidd MBE

Councils are essential partners in prevention.

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Thirty years of the Nolan Principles

by Councillor Marianne Overton MBE

A reflection on councillor standards today.

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Harnessing opportunities

by Councillor Abi Brown OBE

The Innovation Zone showcased councils’ transformational projects.

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And the winner is…

by The Editorial Team

Tackling the most pressing challenges facing councils

LGA Annual Conference and Exhibition 2025

by The Editorial Team

Thank you to everyone who took part in the LGA’s annual conference in Liverpool and contributed to an incredibly thought-provoking and invigorating three days.

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Councils face difficult decisions

by The Editorial Team

Spending Review delivers on some key LGA asks, but severe financial pressures remain

Party conferences

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