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Economy and transport
Councils have a key role in driving economic recovery. We continue to press the Government to deliver real devolution of economic powers and funding to councils.
Good transport networks play a vital role in our communities, providing access to employment opportunities, healthcare and education, as well as unlocking economic opportunities in tourism and leisure.
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Delivering infrastructure through a new public-private partnership
Richard Carr, Research Fellow, Localis discusses the Private Finance Initiative (PFI) and how local authorities can deliver short-term growth without incurring long-term public debt.
LGA response to ORR consultation on the Initial Industry Plan
The LGA was invited to respond to a consultation carried out by the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) on the Initial Industry Plan (IIP) produced by Network Rail and the Train Operating Companies (ToCs).
LGA response to the High Street Review
In this response we set out how councils are developing town centres, not just as retail centres, but as community and cultural hubs. We highlight some of the barriers to this effort, and we make some recommendations for what the Government can do to help.
Communities of Practice
Communities of Practice (CoPs) are free, interactive platforms for online problem-solving, peer support and information sharing. The Economy and Transport Programme facilitates a number of CoPs including:
