Delivering on the promise of heat networks
In an era of energy efficiency and decarbonisation, heat networks offer a promising solution for the UK’s net zero aspirations.
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How to be disability confident
Did you know that disabled people in the UK are almost twice as likely to be unemployed as non-disabled people?
Challenging ourselves to be even better
It is a true honour to become Chair of the LGA, building on the legacy of my predecessors while setting out our future priorities.
Acting as a family
In my first column for first, I want to reiterate my thanks to the Conservative local government family for supporting my nomination to be the new Leader of the Conservative Group at the LGA.
Making the future local
It is a huge honour to have been elected as the new Leader of the LGA’s Labour Group.
Oflog isn’t the answer
It was great to catch up with colleagues and friends from across the local government family at the LGA’s annual conference.
A vibrant and inspiring conference
Thanks to so many people who attended the LGA’s recent annual conference, an especially vibrant and inspiring event.
Councils are key to settling Afghan arrivals
It was 2010. One of my soldiers was killed by the Taliban.
Positive role models
One of the things that surprised me the most after I became a councillor was being spoken about as a ‘community leader’.
Affordable loans for retrofitting homes
Architectural styles may vary subtly across the UK, but one thing does not. Whether they were built in the 1960s or the 1690s, many of the country’s older homes have very poor energy performance.