Briefings and responses

This response reflects the broad and vital role councils play in supporting their local economies, including the eight growth sectors identified in the Industrial Strategy green paper

Do you agree with the broad principle of granting local authorities powers to allow remote attendance at formal meetings? The LGA responded “Yes”. 

Read our submission to the Government’s Civil Society Covenant Framework consultation, submitted on 18 December 2024.

The publication of the Get Britain Working White Paper is of significant relevance to local government. It signals a clear commitment for Government to work with all of local government to shape the employment and skills offer for their places.

A factual summary of the English Devolution White Paper, published today (16 December 2024) by the Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Angela Rayner MP

LGA response to Tribunal Procedure Committee consultation on possible amendments to the Tribunal Procedure (first-tier tribunal) (Health Education and Social Care Chamber) rules 2008 regarding proposed changes to whether special educational needs appeals can be dealt with on the papers without the consent of both parties.

The bill was re-introduced by the new Labour Government with the aim to "harness the power of data for economic growth, support modern digital government, and improve people's lives". This bill is similar to the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill (DPDIB) introduced under successive Conservative Governments.

Our response to the Curriculum and Assessment review – call for evidence.

The introduction of the Employment Rights Bill is a key area of interest for councils. With 1.4 million employees in the sector and more than half a million teachers, firefighters and other local authority related personnel, local government can be said to be the largest workforce in the country.

The LGA believes this is a progressive piece of legislation that would undoubtedly impact on smoking prevalence and ultimately reduce rates of smoking-related disease.