Holiday programme extended
The Government has announced a £600 million extension of the Holiday Activities and Food programme in England for another three years.
Ban on selling high-caffeine drinks to U16s
The Government has launched a consultation on proposals to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children under 16 in England.
‘Details lacking’ on jobs and careers integration
MPs reviewing the establishment of a new jobs and careers service have warned that adult careers services face issues of accountability, with responsibility falling between two government departments and local government.
A platform for growth
This year, we celebrate a remarkable milestone – 21 years of the LGA’s flagship leadership event for black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) councillors
The future is cooperative
Let’s face it: local government can sometimes feel like trying to fix a leaky roof in a thunderstorm – with a teaspoon.
How the youth sector helps reduce violence
The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) exists to prevent children from becoming involved in violence, by identifying what works and translating evidence into practice.