Local Government Association

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

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Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Mentoring Scheme

The role of chief finance officer (CFO) is one of the most challenging and highly scrutinised roles in local government. Our Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Mentoring Scheme supports CFOs and deputy CFOs to develop the knowledge and skills they need to excel in the role.

Supporting council improvement – 2022/23 highlights

This year in review of the programmes that made up our sector support offer in 2022/23 provides a snapshot of the ways we supported councils to improve, develop leadership, make data-informed decisions, share notable practice, and – in so doing – build capacity and capability in local government.

Transformation panels

Our transformation panels will provide a safe space, framework and process for small groups of council officers to share, challenge learning, practice and to help inform the next stage of their transformation strategies and policy implementation processes.

Transformation Innovation Exchange (TIEx)

​​​​​​​This self-assessment maturity tool can help councils to consider their improvement journey, where they are, what their priorities are and where they want to get to.

Transformation masterclasses

Our virtual Transformation masterclasses will bring together council officers from across England to share ideas and solutions on the transformation of local government service delivery.