Briefings and responses

Local government holds a range of views about the future of Britain’s relationship with the EU and the LGA remained neutral during the referendum campaign.

Local government's ambition is much greater than the White Paper, which lacks substantive measures to support councils in enabling housing growth, and to build the genuinely affordable homes for those at the sharp end of the housing crisis.

Key briefing and summary points for local government on the Local Government Finance Bill.

A summary of the key developments for local government on Neighbourhood Planning and Local development documents.

This briefing summarises the main announcements in the industrial strategy of relevance to local government and sets out the Local Government Association’s response.

Councils need greater freedom from national government to take decisions over vital services in their areas.

Local authorities lead on work with local partners and local communities to help families settle into their new homes.

Key summary points and briefings for local government on the National Citizen Service Bill.

Neighbourhood Planning Bill, House of Lords, Second Reading, 17 January 2017 Key messages

Pharmacy staff have the potential to play a critical role in improving the health of deprived communities by offering convenient and equitable access to health improvement services.