Influencing the lawmakers
The LGA’s engagement with Westminster has looked a little different this year, but we have still influenced key legislation and committee inquiries.
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Devolving skills support
Local politicians and parliamentarians met to discuss the vital role of councils and combined authorities in helping people into work.
Speaking up for victims of domestic abuse
With so many of us confined to our homes during the coronavirus pandemic, domestic abuse helplines have, alarmingly, reported a significant increase in cases of domestic violence.
Funding issues highlighted in Parliament
The LGA has been busy lobbying the Government on your behalf during the COVID-19 crisis – and will continue to do so.
New committee chairs
The LGA will be continuing its engagement work with new select committee chairs to ensure local government priorities are heard and represented in Parliament.
From council to Commons
More than half of the new MPs elected in December were councillors, and Parliament needs their expertise.
The Queen’s Speech
The Government announced more than 30 bills as Parliament returned following December’s General Election.
Call for alternatives to business rates
Before Parliament was dissolved for the General Election, the influential Treasury Select Committee published a wide-ranging report on the system of business rates in England and Wales.
Shaping the devolution debate
As a politically-led, cross-party organisation, the LGA’s work in Parliament is integral to ensuring that local government has a strong, credible voice in Westminster.
A year in Westminster
Our work with MPs and Peers is one of the key pillars that ensures the LGA continues to be the national voice of local government.