Vulnerable residents deserve better
As ever with previous government announcements, the Autumn Statement from the Chancellor was more about what wasn’t in there as much as what was.
Devo deals lack representation
The lack of support for councils in this Government’s Autumn Statement will see rising needs unmet and an estimated £4 billion shortfall by 2024.
Workforce wellbeing
It goes without saying that the last few years have presented council and local authority staff with real life challenges, while the cost of living continues to bite.
‘Inflationary storm’ adds to £4bn funding gap
Councils in England face a funding gap of £4 billion over the next two years – a £1 billion increase since the LGA’s initial analysis in July.
‘Patchwork’ support no help into work
Nearly nine million people who are economically inactive risk being left out of work for even longer, because of a complex patchwork of national schemes that fail to directly address their needs, the LGA has warned.
Chief executive departs LGA
LGA Chief Executive Mark Lloyd CBE has left the organisation after eight years in the role.
‘Systemic’ challenges to children’s services
Children’s services are continuing to deliver improvements and sustain strong performance, according to a new report commissioned by the LGA.
Race and political leadership
The LGA’s weekender events for black, Asian and minority ethnic councillors go from strength to strength.
Rural voters want change
It has been clear over the past few weeks that we are preparing for a General Election.