Publications

Findings from the LGA’s peer learning programme.

The purpose of this paper is to propose a set of operating principles and to identify a small number of practical options for establishing the coordinated programme leadership and support at national, regional and local level required to drive forward the take-up of relevant digital tools, technologies and approaches across the local government sector and to tackle cross-cutting iss

Between October and November 2021, the Local Government Association (LGA) conducted a survey of councils in England. The purpose of the survey was to gather information on the impact of in-person council meetings for statutory and decision-making meetings, and how this may affect councils in the short- to long-term.

Councils are already showing high levels of commitment to support the UK’s targets, with over 300 councils having already declared a climate emergency. This report explores the ways in which councils can use their powers and influence to attract and stimulate a low carbon business base.

This guide seeks to highlight additional financing options to help sustain the sector and showcases learning from a number of councils who are already doing this.

In the spring of 2022, the Local Government Association commissioned consultant peers to review library services in eight councils, specifically with regard to how they worked to enhance the local early years offer and, in particular, support for speech, language and communication development.

This paper is the very start of our campaign ahead of the Spending Review. We have published a series of papers, commissioned by LGA boards, which start the new thinking around building the case for long term, sustained investment in local government as well as laying out the positive outcomes this would deliver for the country.

This report highlights the key role of councils in meeting the housing supply challenges in their areas and noted the entrepreneurial and innovative approach being taken by councils in bringing together partners

The LGA believes it is well-placed to develop a sector-led offer that can help councils to deliver the new homes that their communities need.