A better welcome
As councils continue to support new arrivals from Ukraine, changes are being made to the wider asylum system.
Councillor James Jamieson
Joining up support
More than two months after Russia’s invasion, I know some of you have been able to welcome Ukrainians fleeing the fighting into your communities – and your own homes too, via the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Planning for the future
The planning system has been a huge frustration for many councils over many years, and yet housing remains unaffordable in many parts of the country.
Support for Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine intensifies, so too does the humanitarian crisis. Councils have a proud history of welcoming refugees, stepping forward at times of crisis to offer homes and support so families and individuals can build new lives in the UK.
Delivering public services in a war zone
It will be impossible for many of us to truly imagine the horrors of the war in Ukraine and the devastating impact the unprovoked and illegal aggression by Russia is having on the country and its local communities.
Living with covid
The requirement for people who test positive for COVID-19 to self-isolate has ended, with people expected to take personal responsibility if they may have the virus, as part of government plans to phase out all legal restrictions in England over the coming weeks.
Sharing our good ideas
For the first time in three years, we will be hosting the LGA’s annual conference in person – in Harrogate, from 28-30 June.
