Civility and service
With council, mayoral and police and crime commissioner elections just over a month away, I wanted to say thank you to everyone in local government who helps ensure our local democracy works effectively.
Civility in public life
Safer canvassing
Canvassing is an integral aspect of the democratic process and a great way to campaign and engage with constituents.
No place in politics: tackling abuse and intimidation
In February 2023, we launched the Jo Cox Civility Commission, dedicated to finding implementable solutions to the problem of abuse and intimidation of elected politicians.
Ending abuse in public life
A new report sets out how local authorities can better support councillors.
70 per cent of councillors ‘abused and intimidated’
Seven in 10 councillors have experienced abuse and intimidation within the last 12 months, with one in 10 experiencing abuse frequently, according to the LGA’s latest councillor census.
Civility in public life
The LGA is developing more resources to help councillors who face online abuse.