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We are pleased that locally elected representatives will have dedicated police support for security matters for the first time. This is something we have long called for.

“Extra government funding will help councils this year, but acute funding pressures remain and are forcing many councils to make stark choices about what popular services to cut."

“Only with long-term, reliable funding, can councils help safeguard individuals and families from the physical and psychological harm caused by domestic abuse."

“This funding will help local leaders improve connectivity in more parts of the country."

Shoppers are tired of too much packaging, polling by YouGov for the Local Government Association has found.

“For the sake of these communities, their health, and the planet, we are urging the Government to properly resource the regular testing of coastal waters.”

“Following the recent visa extension, the funding arrangements for councils, existing and new hosts which were designed to fund temporary sanctuary also now need urgent review.”

“No child should grow up in poverty and this report is a stark reminder of the challenges facing low-income families and other vulnerable households."

"The LGA is calling for a register of children not in school, accompanied by powers for councils to check children are receiving a suitable education."

“To give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential, we would like to see a cross-Government commitment to children, ensuring that every department plays its part in creating good childhoods."