Publications

This report by the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA), supported by the LGA, sets out examples of local authority innovation in initiatives currently being undertaken across the country, covering both urban and rural areas and working in the face of a range of housing challenges.

The Centre for Local and Regional Government at Cardiff University carried out an independent evaluation of our Corporate Peer Challenge programme to help assess its effectiveness, impact and value for money.

This is a guide for councillors and officers working to build a stronger dialogue between council and community.

Best practice and and better understanding roles in championing, and delivering the placemaking agenda.

STPs are part of a new planning framework for NHS services.

It goes without saying each and every suicide that takes place is a tragedy. On average in England 13 people take their own lives every day.

The Local Government Association’s (LGA) range of political leadership development programmes helps to support and develop councillors.

Five guiding principles underpinning a good careers system for all ages

This short guide gives information on the role of combined authority mayors, what they will do and what this means for the residents they serve.

There is a growing body of research which shows how faith groups can have a positive impact on both the health of their members and wider communities.