Communicating with our communities
During this unprecedented time, it has never been more important for councils to communicate well with their residents.
Giving children the best start in life
Public Health England is working with councils and other partners to modernise the Healthy Child Programme.
Latest ONS statistics
Around one in six coronavirus-related deaths occurred outside hospitals – including in care homes – according to the latest Office for National Statistics figures.
Councils ‘helping firms access funding’
Councils have been working ‘at pace’ to identify and contact eligible businesses to support them to apply for government funding since 1 April, and continue to distribute the cash as quickly as possible.
The homes agenda
Councils are approving new homes but need more powers and funding to play a lead role in tackling the national housing shortage.
‘Suspend academy conversions’
Academy conversions should be suspended to help overstretched councils focus on supporting schools and nurseries to stay open, the LGA has said.
Added value of handyperson services
For anyone who has either used or managed a handyperson service, the findings of our latest report will come as no surprise.
Boom in digital library usage
Libraries across some parts of the country have seen an increase in newly registered users of more than 600 per cent since lockdown measures were introduced, the LGA has reported.
Guide to municipal bonds
Municipal bonds offer councils more control over their debt and are a good way to raise money for local infrastructure.