Funding ‘barrier to tackling climate change’
Eight in 10 councils surveyed by the LGA have been affected by a climate-related incident in the past five years, such as flooding.
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Integrated care systems – consultation
Over the past two years, integrated care systems (ICSs) have been formed across England based on voluntary arrangements.
Green blueprint ‘to create 250,000 jobs’
The UK’s industrial heartlands – including in the North East, Yorkshire and the Humber, the West Midlands, and Wales – will be at the centre of the Government’s blueprint for a green industrial revolution, the Prime Minister has said.
Meeting in the time of coronavirus
Almost every council holds a meeting of all councillors in May, following the local elections.
New office to tackle health inequalities
A new Office for Health Promotion will lead national efforts to improve and level up the health of the nation by tackling obesity, improving mental health and promoting physical activity, the Government has announced.
Rough sleeping commission launched
A new independent commission chaired by LGA President Lord Bob Kerslake has been launched to examine and learn the lessons from the emergency response to rough sleeping during the pandemic.
New agency to tackle future pandemic threats
A new UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has been launched to prevent and respond to external threats to the country’s health – such as from infectious diseases like COVID-19.
Ban on unregulated homes for under-16s
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson MP has announced that a ban on placing vulnerable children under the age of 16 in unregulated accommodation will come into force in September.
Out and proud
Councils around the country will be marking LGBT+ History Month with online events and activities.
FE special needs system ‘requires shake-up’
The ‘high needs’ system for further education is not working and requires a radical shake-up, council and college leaders have said in a new report.