Local Government Association

We are the national voice of local government, working with councils to support, promote and improve

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Circular NJC/2/26 – Pay award 2026

The NJC has agreed an increase of 3.8 per cent with effect from 1 July 2026. This circular contains the revised rates of pay from 1 July 2026.

Salary sacrifice schemes in schools

Q1. Can a maintained school employer offer an electric vehicle as part of their salary sacrifice scheme to teachers? A: An employer in the maintained

Future Foundations

Councils share the collective national ambition to tackle their local housing crisis, and create great places for current and future generations. This will only be achieved through strong national and local leadership working together.

Cost of living

Councils want a collaborative approach between national and local government to address the impact of the rising cost of living, with the right powers and resources to deliver positive outcomes.