Making a success of the census
Councils can help ensure the 2021 census gives a clear picture of local communities.
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Representing our communities
I am one of three Labour transgender councillors who are out and proud.
Integrated care systems – consultation
Over the past two years, integrated care systems (ICSs) have been formed across England based on voluntary arrangements.
New year, new challenges
The end of the EU transition period is adding to the pressures on councils as they continue to battle the pandemic.
Be a councillor
Next year’s council elections offer an important chance to improve the diversity of candidates standing to represent their local communities
Testing, tiers and firebreaks
It has been another busy and challenging month for all the councillors and officers responding to the rise in COVID-19 infections across the country, and those involved in negotiations with the Government regarding local and regional restrictions and wider general support for councils.
Supporting mental health and wellbeing
Councils have had to find innovative ways to support and promote children and young people’s emotional wellbeing during the pandemic.
Out and proud
Councils around the country will be marking LGBT+ History Month with online events and activities.
Planning reform concerns
Councils know what is right for their local area when it comes to delivering high-quality homes
How I chose to become a councillor
It is important that articles like these are written to encourage young people, older people, and women from the black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities to feel confident enough to put themselves forward to enter public life.