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đź‘‹ We are the national voice of local government. We work with councils to support, promote and improve #LocalGov
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The LGA’s workforce and HR support programme helps councils to navigate complex workforce challenges in local government - from recruitment and retention to pay and employment law. Tackle workforce challenges with improved confidence: https://t.co/A5xHoyBqhk
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“Councils are ready to play their part in delivering this national action plan through council-commissioned sexual health clinics, close partnership working & developing their own locally tailored HIV plans.” Our response to the national HIV Action Plan: https://t.co/rMeVcNndbr
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"Councils are ready to play their part in delivering this national action plan through council-commissioned sexual health clinics, close partnership working, and developing their own locally tailored...
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As councils finalise their budgets, maintaining appropriate levels of reserves and balances is key. Our explainer breaks down why they matter for financial resilience. Watch now: https://t.co/owIWFcCxqJ
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Local government reorganisation can create opportunities to make best use of assets for the benefit of all residents in an area. We're hosting a webinar on 17/12 where you will hear from speakers who have been through the LGR process. Book your place: https://t.co/AZQiPOj3qR
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The LG Inform app gives councillors and officers quick access to key council data and how it compares to other councils. 110 metrics across 11 topic areas, with alerts as new data is published. Available now on Google Play and the App Store. https://t.co/yDCfjZ8NR3
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National Care Leavers Month may be ending, but our commitment isn't. The conversation must continue for #LocalGov. Our guide helps councils implement a whole council approach to support care leavers year-round👇 https://t.co/KeF2sD9p34
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Real-world experience meets fresh perspective. Cllr Carole Williams @hackneycouncil explains how member peers bring constructive challenge that truly helps local communities. When experienced councillors share their insights, councils grow stronger. https://t.co/T6sTWdjnOj
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The LGA’s governance and assurance programme supports councillors and officers with training, guidance and tools to strengthen #LocalGov governance and scrutiny. Delivered with CfGS, it includes bespoke support and national learning events. https://t.co/bQmWfgouVF
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A big thank you to all our NCASC conference speakers, delegates and exhibitors for shaping such a forward-looking discussion - we look forward to seeing you again next year! #ncasc25 @1adass @ADCStweets @IMPOWERconsult
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Launching today: Regional Insights - Creating fairer chances across the regions Our latest report sets recommendations on how practical, locally-led decisions, could help unlock opportunity for millions of people across the UK. Read more👉 https://t.co/oqJzcbLaCF
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Our Autumn Budget 2025 briefing summarises the key announcements for councils and provides an initial LGA view. Read it here: https://t.co/k4MclJAQIF
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The Minister for Children and Families, @JoshMacAlister, emphasised the importance of working together to improve the lives of children and families. 2/2
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We’ve been spoilt at our plenary sessions today! Cllr Amanda Hopgood, Chair of our Children, Young People and Families Committee, hosted a session with @JoshMacAlister, Minister for Children and Families, along with Rachael Wardell OBE, President of @ADCStweets . 1/2
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At day two of #ncasc25 Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Committee, Cllr Dr Wendy Taylor MBE, chaired an informative plenary session with @SKinnock Minister of State for Care, @DHSCgovuk, alongside Jess McGregor, President at @1adass, & Isaac Samuels OBE of NCAG. 1/2
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While it is positive Gov has committed to absorbing the costs of SEND spending from 2028/29...this does not address existing deficits, which are pushing many councils to the financial brink This is what we said yesterday ⬇️ https://t.co/IF82twf8op
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“While it is positive government has committed to absorbing the costs of SEND spending from 2028/29 – and we look forward to clarity on how this will be funded – this does not address existing...
The OBR says that the 'really big surprise' in the forecasts was the huge risk local authorities now pose to Britain's financial stability, particularly because of spiralling SEND costs Richard Hughes says that the special needs programme is putting 'enormous pressure' on local
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Day 2 of the National Children and Adult Services Conference (NCASC) is well underway! Great session on SEND this morning with @BCPCouncil and @Dingley. Lots to look forward to this afternoon including plenary sessions with ministers @SKinnock and @JoshMacAlister #ncasc25
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We call on Gov to urgently work with us on the details of the High Value Council Tax Surcharge to address practical concerns about how it would work and to avoid unintended consequences on any future council tax reform Read our statement ⬇️ https://t.co/KGOZMca1zr
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Cllr Pete Marland, Chair of the Local Government Resources Committee at the Local Government Association, which represents councils, said:Â "We call on government to urgently work with us on the...
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"While funding levels have increased in recent years, councils will be rightly anxious that Budget does not provide increase in funding they desperately need." LGA Senior Vice-Chairman, @CllrKBentley, shares our response to today's #Budget delivered earlier today. Watch belowđź“ş
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The way we talk about adult social care matters. That's why today at as session at #ncasc25, we launched new research & a quick guide on how to talk about adult social care. Developed in partnership with @1adass, @socfuture, @TLAP1 and @FrameWorksUK ⬇️ https://t.co/pabHlAaKt4
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