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Budget pressures

Council finances are under strain from rising costs and demand for services.

New legislation could have far-reaching effects on councils’ pensions and procurement functions.

The LGA has set out guiding principles on equality and diversity in employment and skills.

The LGA is taking a new approach to communications support.

The LGA supports existing combined authorities as well as councils working on new devolution deals.

The LGA has launched a new transformation programme for councils.

It was wonderful to see so many of you at the LGA’s Annual Conference and Exhibition in Bournemouth in July.

The LGA has made some changes to its policy-making boards.

Councils in England face a funding gap of almost £3 billion.

Co-production will be key to the success of a new government data tool.