Local Government Association

We are the national voice of local government, working with councils to support, promote and improve

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Circular NJC/2/26 – Pay award 2026

The NJC has agreed an increase of 3.8 per cent with effect from 1 July 2026. This circular contains the revised rates of pay from 1 July 2026.

Social workers

The LGA works closely with Government and partners across the social work sector to provide support to employers of social workers.

Police

We provide the Employers' Side Secretariat to the Police Staff Council (PSC).

Fire and rescue workforce support

We provide the secretariat to the Employers' Sides of the National Joint Council for Local Authority Fire and Rescue Services, the Middle Managers' Negotiating Body, and the NJC for Brigade Managers of Local Authority Fire and Rescue Services.

Education and young people

Pay and conditions for those working in education and/or with young people, including teachers, teachers in residential establishments, Soulbury, and youth and community.

Employment Relations Unit

Comprehensive advice on all aspects of employment relations and practices. Our services are aimed at local authority needs.

Public health

Find out what councils are doing to improve public health and reduce costs.