Local Government Association

Many councils are already developing their knowledge and experience of electric, connected and autonomous vehicles, which will help them ensure that the roll out of this new technology maximises the benefits for their communities while mitigating the risks inherent in major technological change.

The process to update and develop local flood risk management strategies needs to reflect current policy and best practice and address the flood risk in the local area.

Flood risk is managed by a range of authorities across England, each with a range of responsibilities dependent on the type of flood risk and the function they perform.

Local flood risk management strategies are a key tool to help manage flood risk in England. Guidance is provided on how to update and develop these strategies to improve resilience to flooding.

In collaboration with The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), the LGA delivered a sector led improvement programme for suicide prevention.

Working with national and sector partners, we provide a wide range of support tools and activities to support every step of the journey towards a fully integrated health and care system.

Councils are full of unsung heroes, making a daily difference to residents' lives.

I read a really interesting blog recently that got me thinking about how councils are introducing smarter working. The blog is called “ where do I put