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@local.gov.uk@local.gov.ukGood decisions depend on good data. Join our free, exclusive data masterclass for chief executives, Tues 20 October. Real case studies, practical insights, confidential peer discussion. Places are limited, first come, first served. Sign up link in comments.
@local.gov.uk"We need to be part of that family because we can't operate and deliver if we don't have councils that are robust, financially sustainable and able to deliver." Mayor Paul Bristow and Rob Bridge on why mayors are part of the local government family.
@local.gov.ukFor #WorldMentalHealthDay we recognise councils as key to supporting mental health in the community.
Our wide-ranging resources help support portfolio holders, officers, and partners to promote mental health and reduce known risk factors.
Learn more: https://orlo.uk/olMxt
@local.gov.ukNew LGA analysis shows spending on support for children in care is rising at a rate of £1 billion a year.
We are calling on the Govt to deliver long-term funding for children’s social care to meet rising demand and pressures.
Read our full statement: https://orlo.uk/xMBHO
@local.gov.ukThe LGA Safe Accommodation Survey reveals that Councils in England are receiving more than one request every day from victims and survivors of domestic abuse needing safe accommodation.
Read the story in full: https://orlo.uk/RIyNX
#LocalGov #Housing
@local.gov.ukExceptional Financial Support is no longer exceptional. 36 councils needed financial support to set balanced budgets for 2026/27.
Government must fix council finances and deliver real devolution at pace: https://orlo.uk/JHHAB
#LocalGov #AutumnBudget
@local.gov.ukLast week to apply.
Disabled Councillors Leadership Programme. Applications close 16 October. Free to attend. For elected councillors in England.
Apply now: https://orlo.uk/BlXe2
@local.gov.ukFor the first time, our #DebateNotHate research includes councillors in Scotland & Northern Ireland.
More than 1,500 councillors responded, and 52% said abuse & intimidation has increased in the last year.
Alderman Hazel Legge, President of NILGA, responds to the findings.
@local.gov.ukThe Government must use the Autumn Budget to secure the financial sustainability of the sector, to protect vital local services.
Read our submission: https://orlo.uk/sTwr9
#LocalGov #AutumnBudget
@local.gov.uk@local.gov.ukThe LGA’s annual survey on our wide-ranging sector support programme is now live. Share your views and help shape the future of the LGA's improvement support to local government. Make sure your voice is heard. Link in comments.
@local.gov.ukAs new regulations for a National Scheme of Delegation for planning committees come into effect from 31 October 2026, the LGA continues to champion the vital role of local democracy in planning.
Read our position paper: https://orlo.uk/H3qkj
@local.gov.uk@local.gov.ukGood financial governance means understanding budgeting, financial control and how projects are evaluated, not just approving them. Module 2 of our free councillor course is this Thursday, following on from September's session. Link in first comment.
@local.gov.uk@local.gov.ukReminder: tomorrow's free session (5 October) helps new and recently elected councillors get to grips with casework, from monitoring and policy links to managing time and expectations. Via MS Teams. Link in comments.
@local.gov.uk@local.gov.ukNew to being a councillor and feeling overwhelmed by finance? This free session cuts through the jargon. Learn your role in financial decisions, how they are made, and the key terms you need to know. No numbers background required. Weds 14 October, via MS Teams. Free to attend. Link in comments.
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