Action plan for social care
The Government has launched an Action Plan for Adult Social Care, setting out the four key areas that underpin its approach to supporting social care during the coronavirus pandemic.
Youth Parliament decisions make a real difference
This summer, Somerset County Council’s cabinet will be notching up a first when we welcome a group of young people to learn how they have been making important decisions about things that affect them and their peers.
Communicating with our communities
During this unprecedented time, it has never been more important for councils to communicate well with their residents.
Giving children the best start in life
Public Health England is working with councils and other partners to modernise the Healthy Child Programme.
Latest ONS statistics
Around one in six coronavirus-related deaths occurred outside hospitals – including in care homes – according to the latest Office for National Statistics figures.
Councils ‘helping firms access funding’
Councils have been working ‘at pace’ to identify and contact eligible businesses to support them to apply for government funding since 1 April, and continue to distribute the cash as quickly as possible.
The homes agenda
Councils are approving new homes but need more powers and funding to play a lead role in tackling the national housing shortage.
‘Suspend academy conversions’
Academy conversions should be suspended to help overstretched councils focus on supporting schools and nurseries to stay open, the LGA has said.
Added value of handyperson services
For anyone who has either used or managed a handyperson service, the findings of our latest report will come as no surprise.