Budgeting for care
Last month’s Budget coincided with the LGA’s National Children and Adult Services Conference, held this year in Bournemouth.
Delivering a fairer society for all
From day one of this Labour Government, ministers have been clear that fairness and fiscal stability is at the heart of our Plan for Change, and the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget represents a hopeful step for communities across the country.
Missed opportunity to reset council finances
This could have been a consequential period for local government finance.
Changes are better late than never
The Chancellor has finally decided to abolish the two-child benefit cap.
Preparing for the challenges ahead
As we look towards the LGA Independent Group Annual Conference 2026, our theme – ‘Resilience for councillors, community and place’ – could not be more timely.
Using our influence at the LGA
As we approach the end of the year, the LGA’s Reform UK Group – with only a few months under its belt – has carried out much of the good work it set out to do in September.
Emergency bailouts becoming ‘normalised’
Council emergency bailout deals are at risk of becoming ‘normalised’ as budget overspends continue to rise, the LGA has warned.
Rising temporary accommodation costs in England and Wales
Council spending on temporary accommodation in England has risen by a quarter in the past year, reaching £2.8 billion in 2024/25, according to recent government figures.
How smarter procurement is helping local authorities deliver
Embracing digital procurement means local authorities can reduce spend, boost local communities and help meet net-zero targets.