Local Government Association

An example of how a large- scale community dance project achieved transformational social and cultural outcomes and won national awards for its contribution to community cohesion.

These Questions and Answers on pay and terms & conditions have been formulated by the LGA Schools Sounding Board members who are experienced at applying the STPCD and Burgundy Book in their authorities.

Q: What deduction should be made from salary if the teacher takes a day authorised (or unauthorised) unpaid leave?? A1: If you contractually follow

Q1. Can governors alter the head teacher’s pay range and if so in what circumstances and through what process? A: The headteacher’s pay range is

Join us in celebrating our care leavers and making sure we support them to be a #StepAhead.

Supporting those leaving care is an enormous but thoroughly rewarding responsibility. Our case study page showcases some of the great support councils have provided for care leavers.

Mental health problems affect one in six British workers each year. Faye McGuinness, Head of Workplace Wellbeing Programmes at Mind, examines how local authorities are starting to look more closely at how they can support the wellbeing of their people on an ongoing basis.

The Reshaping Financial Support Action Learning Programme will work collaboratively with local authorities to build on existing good practice and accelerate further development, coordination and innovation in the support delivered to improve the financial circumstances of low income households.