This publication has been developed by the LGA for elected members as overarching guidance to help clarify the current public health grant conditions and mandated public health functions in local government. It has been updated to reflect the 2026/27 public health grant settlement, the consolidation of drug, alcohol and smoking cessation funding streams, the Government's 10 Year Health Plan and Neighbourhood Health Framework, and the NHS restructuring programme under way. It will be updated as the policy landscape continues to evolve.
This handbook is designed to help local authorities put Total Place principles into practice, and is aimed particularly at those involved in shaping decisions and allocating resources.
The role of local government in a future, reformed system of adult social care. Findings from the LGA’s national engagement programme and recommendations for a way forward.
Local and strategic authorities want to work with the next Prime Minister to build a modern, mature partnership – one capable of shaping long-term change through the next general election and beyond.
This guide outlines the support available to you from the Local Government Association (LGA) to support your Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) journey
