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photo of the 10 contestants taking part in the LGA’s Local Government Challenge contest

Challenge and creativity

by The Editorial Team

Friendly competition showcases officers’ leadership potential.

photos of delegates, and an interactive session featuring presenters and delegates, at the Innovation Zone at the LGA’s 2025 annual conference

Innovation Zone 2026

by Councillor Peter Mason

Navigating change and delivering locally.

close-up of hands holding a mobile phone displaying an ‘AI’ sign

Turbocharging innovation

by Councillor Jacob Allen

In Brighton & Hove, we have a huge financial challenge.

photo of Yorkshire Post’s Greg Wright and the LGA’s Cllr Richard Wright and Cllr Louise Gittins sitting on stools at a session at UKREiiF

Leaders of our places

by Councillor Louise Gittins

I was delighted to lead an LGA delegation to the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) in Leeds last month.

A King’s Speech for local government

by Councillor Bev Craig

First, I pay tribute to every Labour councillor who stood in May’s local elections – those re-elected and those who lost their seats – for your tireless dedication to the residents and communities you serve, and to our movement.

Keeping a dominant voice in the LGA

by Councillor Kevin Bentley

Following last month’s local elections, the Conservative Group will remain a dominant voice in the LGA, ensuring that the case for authentic Conservative principles is woven into policy and lobbying output on behalf of our councils.