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.

Integration resource library

National resources, briefings and publications, and support including High Impact Change Models and case studies.

Community care and admission avoidance

Our High Impact Change Model on Achieving integrated care through community and neighbourhood working provides a helpful list of things to consider when working with communities and wider partners to improve health and wellbeing and can form the foundation for discussions with partners.

Be a councillor area

Everything you need to know if you're considering becoming a councillor - what councils and councillors do, what you will need to do to take your first steps and all about the role and the support you can expect.