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.

September 2020: Help your staff avoid tax avoidance

In our guest blog, the HMRC explains what employers can do to be more aware of tax avoidance schemes and explains how this new approach will help individuals caught up in these schemes to better understand the risks they face.

Digital Connectivity Programme

Delivered by the Local Government Association (LGA), the Digital Connectivity Programme is a grant funded programme that builds your council’s skills and capacity to take advantage of the opportunities offered by connectivity to your local place and communities.

East Sussex County Council

East Sussex County Council needs councillors who are capable, energetic and engaged, with a commitment to local people and a passion for change.

LGA Digital Connectivity Programme: prospectus

Invitation to apply for funding to build your council’s skills and capacity to take advantage of the opportunities offered by connectivity to your local place and communities.

Behavioural insights projects funded by the LGA

We supported councils to encourage behaviour change in communities to improve outcomes and reduce demand on public services. Find out about our projects and consider whether you can use behavioural insights in your work.