‘Worrying’ new trends in drug use
There has been no change in the overall level of illicit drug use in England and Wales in the year to June 2022, compared with the previous year, according to new statistics.
Climate change ‘already affecting health’
The health impacts of climate change are already being felt locally and globally, and these risks will accelerate, says a recent report from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Effective financial management
Over the past two months, I have had the privilege of chairing a number of roundtable discussions with senior officers to discuss LGA-commissioned research into councils with experience of finance and governance challenges.
Uphill progress on climate change
For the first time, local government had a proper seat at the top table with the other negotiators at the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference, and was saluted by many who now see the sector as at the heart of climate action.
International learning
I’m standing outside a primary school at 7am on an icy November Sunday morning in deepest Slovenia, alongside a Belgian councillor.
Children and adults
School inspections, adult social care assurance, profiteering in the childcare market, and workforce challenges were among the many topics discussed at the National Children and Adult Services Conference (NCASC).
Cabs to cosmetic procedures
This year is already shaping up to be another significant one in licensing, with important announcements expected in a range of key areas.
Be a councillor
Is there any more fulfilling role than being a leader within your community and council, working with the people we represent, advocating for them and creating impactful change?
LGA leadership challenge
The Local Government Challenge is an annual competition and leadership development programme for local government officers.