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Local Government's Magna Carta?
22 February 2012
The first series of LGA Smith Square debates for 2012 kicks off on 29 February with a session linked to our 'Independent Local Government' campaign. It will be looking at the merits of constitutional reform to make the roles of Whitehall and councils clearer to local residents. Before the debate, hear from one of our panellists, Graham Allen MP, as he offers his views on independent local government.
Icelandic bank pays councils' first £100 million
20 February 2012
The first £100 million of money recovered from collapsed Icelandic bank Landsbanki will be paid into council accounts this week. The payment follows successful legal action, coordinated by the LGA, to secure priority creditor status for UK local authorities following the winding up of Icelandic banks Lansbanki and Glitnir.
Campaign's focus is power to the people
09 February 2012
A new campaign has been launched to consider how to make the roles of Whitehall and councils clearer to local residents. Its aim is to improve democratic accountability and give greater power to local people, by making it clearer who is in charge of their public services. The campaign is an initiative between Graham Allen MP, Chair of the Political Constitutional Reform Select Committee, and the LGA.
Graduate scheme can drive savings and jobs
09 February 2012
The highly-regarded graduate recruitment programme used by councils has the potential to drive up standards in town halls even further if take-up increases, a recent report has revealed. According to the study from the LGA, Solace Enterprises and iMPOWER, hiring more university leavers in the Local Government National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP) will lead to greater development and innovation.
A brighter future – new directions for the ngdp
9 February 2012
A new publication sets out the value of the National Graduate Development Programme (ngdp) and aims to fuel the debate surrounding the importance of graduate recruitment for local government.
Be a councillor
2 February 2012
Local government is only as vibrant, effective and relevant as the people elected to run it. We are encouraging councils, regional organisations and local parties to support the 'Be a councillor' campaign by running a local version for their area. We have produced a toolkit of materials to help you. Access it now. (image: Councillor Awale Olad from Camden Council).
Winter watch
Winter 2011/2012
Winter watch keeps member councils, the public and the media informed about the work going on in villages, towns and cities across the country. A forum will be launched soon allowing people to share their views and ideas as well as many other features.
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Health and Social Care Bill: House of Lords Report Stage Briefing
7 February 2012
This briefing comments only on the aspects of the bill that are of direct relevance to local authorities. The LGA strongly supports the transfer of public health to local government.
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Service message 22 February 2012
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22 February 2012
Events
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Mar
8The future face of the local government workforce: a practical seminar in managing workforce transition
This seminar will focus on how to effectively manage workforce transition from better resourcing and harnessing of talent management to driving forward reward-based performance and improvements to workforce productivity. Book your place today.
