£1.6bn for new disability strategy
More accessible housing, easier commuting and better job prospects are among the proposals in the Government’s new ‘National disability strategy’, which reflects the experiences of disabled people across the UK.
‘Multi-agency approach needed to beat crime’
The Government’s ‘Beating crime plan’ needs to go beyond the role of the police and ensure a multi-agency approach with a stronger focus on early intervention and prevention, the LGA has said.
Business and place-based regeneration
Business in the Community (BITC) is the UK’s largest and longest established business-led membership organisation dedicated to responsible business.
£338 million for walking and cycling
The Government has announced a £338 million investment in walking and cycling, as well as changes to the Highway Code to give greater protections to non-car users on the road.
The case for change
The LGA has responded to the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care in England.
A better life
For the first time, children and young people are included in the Government’s national autism strategy.
Net-zero innovation
An LGA programme has brought councils and universities together to collaborate on climate change.
Leading the charge
Councils have a role to play in providing infrastructure for the transition to electric vehicles.
Wake-up call
Planning reform and action on climate change will be among the issues highlighted at next month’s Liberal Democrat party conference.
Digital pathfinders
Funding is available to help councils develop digital solutions to local problems.