The LGA has begun work to develop firm proposals for a Local Government White Paper to be published before the next election.
The LGA has begun work to develop firm proposals for a Local Government White Paper to be published before the next election.
Cllr Shaun Davies, in his first speech as LGA Chair at the annual conference earlier this month, set out an ambition to develop a plan for the first King’s Speech after the general election to secure a central-local partnership in which local government can work to its full potential for our people, our places and our planet.
At its Executive Advisory Board meeting today, the LGA has agreed to consult with its member councils, professional associations, stakeholders and the public in the autumn to inform the White Paper.
The work will be underpinned by the LGA’s Make It Local campaign, which outlines how local government is key to delivering solutions to the biggest issues for the public.
Cllr Davies said:
“Over the summer, throughout party conference season, and right up to the next general election we will be making the case to Make It Local.
“The LGA’s White Paper will present a clear vision for the future of local government, based on priorities from the public, councils and local communities.
“It will assess how local government can deliver the best for communities and set out a series of recommendations for whoever forms the next government.”