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Celebrating young leaders

by Councillor Abi Brown OBE

This year’s International Youth Day theme – ‘From clicks to progress: youth digital pathways for sustainable development’ – highlighted the opportunities for young people to bring their lived experience to creating positive outcomes for communities.

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Making a difference

by The Editorial Team

The LGA is launching a national recruitment campaign for local government.

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The King’s Speech

by The Editorial Team

A bumper batch of bills includes many of interest to councils.

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Local skills and jobs

by Councillor Liam Robinson and Councillor Martin Tett

Taking steps towards a devolved employment and skills service

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Reducing disparities

by The Editorial Team

A new report highlights good practice in disability work.

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A new Parliament

by The Editorial Team

A third of MPs have local government experience.

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Embracing diversity

by The Editorial Team

The LGA supports people from different backgrounds to stand as councillors.

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Protecting women and girls

by Councillor Heather Kidd MBE

The LGA has published a survey of domestic homicide reviews.

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Workforce worries

by Councillor Pete Marland

Without the right staff, councils cannot deliver for communities.