LGA in Parliament 2015/16

The LGA is a politically-led, cross-party organisation, working on behalf of councils to ensure local government has a strong, credible voice.


Our work lobbying Parliament is a key part of what we do for councils as it is funded through the membership subscription. Throughout this parliamentary session, the LGA has sought opportunities to highlight important issues to local government, influence legislation and promote the important work of councils in delivering the local services that their residents value.

We seek to influence the national political debate by working closely with our Vice-Presidents and network of parliamentary supporters, lobbying for positive changes to legislation, briefing for debates and parliamentary questions, submitting evidence to parliamentary inquiries and organising events which bring together parliamentarians, LGA Vice-Presidents and councillors.