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LGA Consultancy: policy

We can offer you specific advice on a particular issue, informed by example elsewhere in local government and by the latest thinking in central Government (with which we are in daily contact) about the future direction of policy.

Why does adult social care matter?

In this collection of articles, sector experts offer their own answer to this question and, in so doing, help to define what a future system that is fit for future generations might look like.

Help and advice

The Local Government Association The Local Government Association (LGA) is the national voice of local government, working with councils to support

Streetscape and public realm

Working within a council you will be aware that they have the leading role in creating well-designed places that are prosperous and welcoming to the benefit of both businesses and residents. During post-COVID 19 recovery, the importance of this role becomes all the more apparent.

Travel, parking and access

When parking is such an essential service, how can your council get it right as part of the town centre experience? Part of the solution is to consider it within the wider context of all journeys into town centres including understanding how COVID-19 has affected travel patterns.

Forward planning: strategy and plans

For a partnership to evolve in its effectiveness, it is important to plan for constant progress through regular review and writing things down.

Funding: finances and investment

Funding and financial management oils the wheels of local revitalisation and needs to be considered in a number of ways by councils both directly and in how they support partnership development.