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.
Taking the lead
It’s almost a year since the first Leaders’ Council was held at the LGA’s 2024 annual conference in Harrogate.