Building better places in York
Affordable and zero-carbon homes are at the heart of the city’s new housing programme.
Cost of social care for children up a quarter
Latest figures show that spending to protect vulnerable children at risk of harm has increased by almost a quarter in five years, because of soaring demand for support.
first packaging
This story was updated on 04 May to clarify recycling guidance. Rising paper prices and energy costs coupled with our pledge to reduce our carbon emissions have led the LGA to take the decision to replace first’s paper wrapping with a fully compostable starch polywrap.
Supporting the sector
The LGA is delighted to announce its updated sector support offer to councils.
Action on exempt housing
Improvements are needed to ensure vulnerable residents get the support they expect and need.
Record vacancies mask jobs disparity
A third of England still has twice as many jobseekers as there are vacancies, according to new research commissioned by the LGA – despite the unemployment rate reaching its lowest level for more than 50 years.
Accessible homes
Councils share the collective national ambition to tackle the country’s housing shortage, and our goals can only be achieved by strong national and local leadership working together.
Maintained schools ‘outperforming academies’
Council-maintained schools are outperforming academies, new research for the LGA reveals.
A better welcome
As councils continue to support new arrivals from Ukraine, changes are being made to the wider asylum system.
The Queen’s Speech: levelling up
The LGA is helping shape and deliver the Government’s new legislative programme so that local communities are empowered to tackle inequalities.