Why I’m optimistic about the future of our cities
For those in local government, it can often feel as if all we ever talk about are challenges, whether those be funding pressures, housing waiting lists or strains on social care.
people and places
Shaping places in partnership
As we head towards the LGA’s annual conference, we have been reflecting on this year’s theme: ‘From neighbourhoods to nations – building lasting futures locally’.
Leaders of our places
I was delighted to lead an LGA delegation to the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) in Leeds last month.
The uniqueness of our places
The provisional local government finance settlement was the last main event of a busy 2025.
Support your market
Currently, there are around 1,150 regular, traditional retail markets, and almost 80 per cent of them are operated or licensed by local authorities. But this situation might soon change unless councils support their markets.
Recovery, renewal and place
When I first started thinking about my year as ADEPT President, I knew it was going to be challenging.
Unlocking the potential of places
Five visionary local authorities will be able to take part in the 2020 Future Place programme.