Disrupting modern slavery
The LGA has published new guidance on how to spot and tackle modern slavery in hand car washes and privately rented housing.
Time for a long-term Budget
Our members have been vociferous about what we need to see in the forthcoming Budget. We have had a good settlement but only for one year and we need longer-term certainty.
Unlocking the potential of places
Five visionary local authorities will be able to take part in the 2020 Future Place programme.
New committee chairs
The LGA will be continuing its engagement work with new select committee chairs to ensure local government priorities are heard and represented in Parliament.
Health issues for local scrutiny
There was a lot of national media commentary and coverage about the role of the NHS at the General Election, which was unsurprising given all the commitments major political parties …
Budget 2020
Based on feedback from councils, the LGA’s Budget submission focuses on getting the right funding to improve services and people’s lives through public service reform.
60 seconds with… Councillor Alexandra Phillips
A 60 second interview with Councillor Alex Phillips (Green), the youngest-ever Mayor of Brighton & Hove and a former MEP for South East England.
Tackling coronavirus
Councils are supporting the multi-agency response to COVID-19 to assess risk, provide advice and prevent it spreading further.