Local Government Association

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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.

Service Continuity and Care Market Review (SCCMR) notable practise

As we review the findings from the self-assessment questionnaires (SAQs) and the regional overviews that formed part of the Service Continuity and Care Market Review (SCCMR), we will be uploading and sharing examples of good practise from councils and regions as to how they have supported provider and market viability throughout the pandemic and in preparation for the other challenges this winter will bring.

Early careers in local government

Information to support both councils and young people in understanding the landscape of early careers routes into local government through apprenticeships, T Levels and graduate schemes.

Supporting Residents in temporary accommodation

East Sussex County Council worked over three months, across the council and partners, prototyping a new multidisciplinary outreach operations team. They provided intensive support to residents in temporary accommodation to enable them to live more independently.