Councillor Kevin Bentley and Mayor Marvin Rees - first magazine for councillors

Closing the gaps

Levelling up requires a reinvention of the relationship between national, local and community governance.

Councils need a skilled workforce to deliver climate change commitments and sustainable local growth.

All councils should be empowered to coordinate adult education and skills in their areas.

The LGA has published a new report setting out its practical vision for an integrated and devolved employment and skills service.