Local Government Association

Guidance can be found for political leaders to deal with the possibility of a change in leadership in varying stages of an election.

View guidance for officers facing a change in political leadership in varying stages of an election.

Information on council support from the LGA and others related to the war and new Ukraine arrivals.

The LGA stands in support and solidarity with Ukraine, and is keen to work with government on arrivals schemes and other related issues, including cyber security and community cohesion and resilience.

Background information for councils from Government on how to support arrivals from Ukraine and their hosts

Standard 8 is about creating strong partnerships and collaborating with stakeholders to recruit, retain, develop and support the social work workforce. Stakeholders include employers, sector bodies, government, unions, higher education institutions and other training providers.

Standard 7 is about supporting social workers to maintain their professional registration with the regulator.

Standard 6 is about social workers being provided with the opportunity to learn, keep their knowledge and skills up to date, and critically reflect on the impact this has on their practice.