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Improving outcomes for children

by Councillor Louise Gittins

Political leadership is key to making a difference.

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Influencing devolution

by The Editorial Team

The Devolution APPG provided an open forum for local leaders and parliamentarians.

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Public health priorities

by Councillor Kaya Comer-Schwartz

Prevention, collaboration and innovation.

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Delivering biodiversity

by Martin Hutchings

Planning to leave wildlife habitats better than we found them.

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Regulating automated vehicles

by The Editorial Team

Self-driving cars need to be accessible.

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Leadership development

by The Editorial Team

The LGA’s competition for council officers has reached its mid-point.

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Local elections 2024 preview

by Professors Colin Rallings and Michael Thrasher

On 2 May, 107 councils across England go to the polls, with more than 2,600 seats at stake.

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LGA calls for respect during local elections

by The Editorial Team

The LGA has joined forces with the Electoral Commission and the Jo Cox Foundation to call for no abuse towards candidates at the 2 May local elections.

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