Publications

This publication highlights a collection of case studies produced to illustrate the significant benefits that can be achieved through the engagement of elected representatives in civil resilience activities.

Developed by Dr Stephanie Snape, this 30-step framework explores the role of the chief executive in supporting a transition to 'no overall control' (NOC) and successful NOC working.

Strong relationships between councils and the local Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) are the bedrock of successful places. This toolkit aims to support councils on this journey. It builds upon research commissioned by the Local Government Association and conducted by Locality, into the state of strategic relationships between councils and their local voluntary and community sector.

This guide contains ideas, tools and approaches to help councillors manage performance effectively, in collaboration with local authority officers.

The workbook for chairs / chairmen will equip those who are new in the role with all the tools and strategies necessary for chairing successful meetings and provide a refresher for those who are more experienced in the role. This resource is recommended to all councillors and aspiring chairs / chairmen.

Shared Intelligence (SI) was commissioned by the Local Government Association to capture learning for policymakers in central and local government from eight place-based programmes that have been delivered over the last 20 years.

Three focus groups made up of Economic Development Officers were held between December 2022 and January 2023 to explore how councils are working to improve equalities in employment and skills outcomes to encourage economic development for their communities. The groups aimed to develop understanding by capturing the thoughts and experiences of those working to advance this agenda.

This is the final report from an independent research study into T Levels and industry placements in councils in England. The research was commissioned by the LGA and undertaken by York Consulting LLP between January and March 2023.

The employer standards survey, sometimes known as the ‘health check’, gives a voice to registered social workers, occupational therapists, and non-registered social care professionals and allows them to feel listened to and that their employer is proactive in tackling challenges. The purpose of the survey was to better understand a number of critical questions about their experiences.

This framework supports councillors in their local leadership role and includes suggestions, prompts and further resources to help councillors think about the skills you use as a councillor.