This survey was conducted by the LGA on behalf of the National Joint Council for Local Authorities’ Fire and Rescue Services in order to provide up-to-date information about the workforce to inform upcoming national pay negotiations. The survey was sent to all 48 fire and rescue services in the United Kingdom in July 2025, and received a response rate of 98 per cent.
This workbook has been designed as a distance learning aid for local councillors. It is intended to provide councillors with insight and assistance into the key skills that will help them to be effective in their role.
The LGA Labour Group has produced this guide because we want to encourage more Labour
members to consider standing for council – particularly from under-represented groups.
The guide provides information, advice and examples of good practice on how councils and their partners can best support care-experienced children and young people to be physically active.
Young parents have enormous potential, but too often they face barriers that make it harder to thrive. Whether it’s juggling education, housing, childcare or mental health support, the challenges can be complex, and the impact on families long-lasting.
Councils have worked tirelessly with partners to reduce under-18 conception rates, improve outcomes for young parents, and tackle the inequalities that underpin early pregnancy. This guide sets out the evidence, challenges and opportunities for councils to continue leading the way.
