Working together for rural communities
British farmers and growers are in the midst of a historically significant transition period, as we move to a domestic agricultural policy.
A bid for devolution
Congratulations to the 111 areas across the UK that will benefit from a share of the latest £2.1 billion round of government funding for levelling up, announced last month.
In solidarity with Ukraine
On 24 February, it will be the first anniversary of the seminal event of the past 12 months – President Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Time to transfer power out of Whitehall
After being delayed by months of Tory chaos, the second phase of levelling up funding has finally been announced.
The levelling-up agenda is flawed
It’s very rarely that I find myself agreeing with leading Conservatives, but I couldn’t agree more with West Midlands Mayor Andy Street in calling for the ‘begging bowl’ culture that forces areas to bid against each other for vital government funds to end.
A growing Independent voice
The movement towards Independent and smaller parties is rising to take on the huge challenge of recovering confidence and trust in democracy.
Safeguarding concerns in out-of-school settings
The LGA is calling for tougher powers for councils to oversee and regulate ‘out-of-school’ settings, including being able to shut down illegal schools.
Funding to rise but ‘challenges remain’
Government proposals to increase local government core spending power by 9.2 per cent in 2023/24 will help councils manage inflationary and other cost pressures, the LGA has said.
Municipal virtues
Councils will be more important than ever in helping people through this turbulent period, writes Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.
Blueprint for success
Cross-border project to unlock sustainable and inclusive growth opportunities for local authorities.