Local Government Association

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.

Feedback report: 15–18 January 2018

How to support effective outcomes

A more strategic approach to procurement should be at the heart of thinking for councillors and decision-makers in local authorities.

Examples of T Level and industry placement success stories as well as resources to assist councils in hosting placements.

Local authority procurement is at risk of infiltration from serious and organised crime and organised crime groups could be benefitting from public sector contacts.