Looking ahead to the future
You’ll be reading this just before or during the LGA’s annual conference.
From campaigning to governing
This month marks a year since the Reform UK Group was established at the LGA.
Replacement needed for Healthwatch, says LGA
The LGA is calling on the Government to retain a statutory independent local patient ‘voice’ and work with councils to develop a model for patient and public voice that ensures accountability and independence across health and social care.
LGA’s new political balance confirmed
The Green Party is to establish a group office at the LGA, following the 7 May elections in which it exceeded the required 5 per cent threshold.
Post-16 local offer ‘needs to improve’
Councils must be at the heart of solving the youth unemployment crisis, the LGA has said in response to Alan Milburn’s independent interim report on young people and work.
Leading your area through the SEND reforms: how strong digital foundations protect children, families and councils
The Government’s recent Schools White Paper and the accompanying SEND reform proposals represent a significant shift for local areas.
How Warsop health hub is redefining social value in community leisure
Delivering £487,950 in social value in 2025 – the equivalent of £260 per person, surpassing the national average of £230 – Warsop Health Hub is proving that well-designed community leisure can have a measurable and transformative impact.
