Renters’ rights come into effect
On 1 May, this Labour Government’s Renters’ Rights Act came into force in England, marking the beginning of a changed system for all.
Support for change of control
I know that Conservative councillors across the country will be campaigning hard on the doorstep.
Major change in the political landscape
As polling day approaches, I wanted to say a big thank you for all that you are doing on the election trail – it’s not long now!
Supporting your local leadership
With the local elections fast approaching, members will rightly be focused on door knocking, connecting with residents and reinforcing the shared achievements that have made a difference in their communities.
Government must listen on LGR
As we enter those final few days before our residents cast their votes in the local elections, I know many colleagues will be in the throes of a final campaign push before the ballot boxes open.
Call for review of fly-tipping sentencing
Fly-tipping court fines must be reviewed, councils have urged, as figures show they are lower on average than penalties handed out directly by local authorities.
Building a single view of your residents with data and AI skills
Local authorities hold vast amounts of data across services, from housing and social care to customer contact and finance. Yet that information is often spread across disconnected systems such as spreadsheets, customer relationship management and service platforms (CRMs) and service platforms, making it difficult to build a clear, actionable view of residents
TA bill ‘could reach £4bn by 2030’ – LGA
The gap between what councils pay out in housing benefit and how much government reimburses them is projected to hit nearly £4 billion between 2017/18 and 2029/30, new LGA analysis reveals.
Rethinking public health: why leisure matters more than ever
By rethinking the role of leisure and placing prevention at the heart of service design, local authorities can deliver lasting benefits for the communities they serve.