Going greener
From changing planning processes to planting more trees, councils can make a real difference when it comes to tackling climate change
environment
Park life
Involving the community has helped create a country park shortlisted for a national award.
Clearer labelling to boost recycling rates
The LGA says clearer labelling on all products, higher charges for hard-to-recycle products and measures to force producers to pay the full cost of disposing of their waste are needed to help councils increase recycling rates and tackle a growing environmental crisis.
Delivering on sustainability
Bristol has been reviewing its progress against the United Nation’s sustainable development goals and has produced a handbook to help other councils with the process.
Taking an independent line
Climate change and leadership were among the hot topics at the LGA Independent Group’s recent annual conference.
Well-connected places in a changing world
Being well-connected is fundamental to the success of our local communities.
‘Empower councils to lead on climate change’
Local government will need further powers and sustainable funding to deliver national policies that have an impact on climate change locally, the LGA has warned.