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Behaviour and Engagement

This section will highlight the importance of behaviour change and community engagement around sustainability.

Transport

This section covers how we can decarbonise transport, encourage active travel and implement more sustainability and resilience into our transport plans.

Biodiversity and Our Environment

This section covers how we can look after our natural environment, enhance biodiversity, reduce waste, and encourage a more sustainable method of land-use.

Energy and Housing

This section covers areas including planning, retrofit, sustainable and renewable energy, buildings, and construction.

Digital Connectivity

The LGA’s work on digital connectivity including mobile and broadband

Local Growth

The work the LGA has undertaken on councils’ role driving growth in local areas.

Council expectations

Hosting a challenge means there is a level of investment and resource required of you.

Hosting a challenge

Councils participating in LG Challenge get back more than they invest.

LG Challenge FAQs

Application What is the application process for LG Challenge? The application process is simple and all we require from you is an application form

Eligibility

Designed to bring 10 diverse contestants together, we encourage everyone from all backgrounds, council service areas, and experience to apply. It is not about your prior experience, but about your leadership potential.

Equality and diversity

Local government needs leaders who reflect and represent their local communities, as the best ideas are generated by a diverse set of people from different walks of life.