Local Government Association

The review will take place alongside but is not intended to form part of our discussions on this year’s pay round.

Finance Unpacked is a series of animated videos from the Local Government Association to explain some of the key concepts in local government finance and audit.

This briefing details the new Bills of relevance to local government and the LGA’s initial response to them.

We work with councils and their partners to help create a workforce able to respond to major changes within the public sector. The workforce team help councils develop a flexible and productive workforce, ensure affordable and flexible pay, reward and conditions system for local government.

A wealth of research and analytic services to help support your role as a local government officer.

The PSC Trade Union Side has formally submitted its pay and conditions claim for 2026. The PSC Employers’ Side will now consult and intends to respond to the Trade Union Side in advance of the settlement date of 1 September.

Transformation resources, guidance and training for officers and councillors.

HMRC official statement: Treatment of councillors in a local authority payroll apprenticeship levy