New £3.6m fund for care leavers
Local programmes in England offering tailored support to young care-experienced adults are being supported by a new £3.6 million fund.
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Oflog’s independence ‘key to success’
The Office for Local Government’s (Oflog) success depends on it being both independent, and seen to be independent, the LGA has told MPs.
Guidance needed to support smoking ban – LGA
The LGA has called for sufficient lead-in time and guidance to be provided ahead of legislation on smoking and vaping coming into force, so that councils, retailers and others understand their new obligations and can prepare accordingly.
Updated improvement support for councils
New, enhanced improvement tools and a wider range of councillor-focused transformation support are among the additional offers in the LGA’s 2024/25 Sector Support programme.
Sure Start ‘improved GCSE results’
New research has shown that an early years support programme for families improved GCSE results and reduced the need for additional support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Social cohesion review warns of ‘significant challenges’
An independent review by Dame Sara Khan into social cohesion and resilience has warned of “significant challenges” that impact the wellbeing of our democracy, threatening to undermine the social fabric of the country.
Youth homelessness pressures
Councils in England face a £332 million shortfall in funding to tackle youth homelessness, the charity Centrepoint has claimed.
‘Clarify extreme weather roles’
Long-term plans to respond to floods, storms and heatwaves are needed, MPs have warned in a new report.
LGA calls for respect during local elections
The LGA has joined forces with the Electoral Commission and the Jo Cox Foundation to call for no abuse towards candidates at the 2 May local elections.
‘Disappointing’ Budget extends cost-of-living support
Support for vulnerable households has been extended for another six months in what was otherwise a “disappointing” Spring Budget for councils, the LGA has said.