Leading the journey to net zero
A life-size white elephant called HS2 greeted us as we arrived to support so many of our inspiring councillors at the Green Party Conference in Brighton in October.
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Keeping children with their families
Earlier this year, we published findings showing that family group conferences can keep children out of care, to instead live safely at home with their families.
Data literacy in local government
Data has emerged as a powerful asset that can revolutionise decision-making and transform governance.
The retrofit challenge
Access to funding, innovation and collaboration are key as local authorities across the country race to decarbonise housing.
Feedback and finances
It may already seem a long time ago, but I hope you had a chance to recharge your batteries over the summer, ahead of what promises to be another challenging and rewarding year in local government.
Positive changes to shadow cabinet
With the next General Election moving closer, Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer has used his recent reshuffle to set out a shadow cabinet that is bursting with talent.
Recovering the costs of fly-tipping
Ahead of the Conservative Party Conference in October, the LGA Conservative Group has been working hard to bring together our manifesto publication to launch at the conference.
Showcasing councils at party conference
As you sit down to read this issue of first, the Liberal Democrats will be gathering for their autumn conference in Bournemouth, with a packed agenda looking at a range of issues with local government at the centre.