Putting localism on the agenda
The autumn conferences are an opportunity to influence party manifestos.
Driving devolution
The LGA supports existing combined authorities as well as councils working on new devolution deals.
Banning boycotts
New legislation could have far-reaching effects on councils’ pensions and procurement functions.
Peer support: investing in our own improvement
It was wonderful to see so many of you at the LGA’s Annual Conference and Exhibition in Bournemouth in July.
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.
Changing hands
Almost half of the local by-election contests held over the summer resulted in a seat changing hands.
A member-led organisation
The LGA has made some changes to its policy-making boards.