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LGA stabilises but still faces major challenges
LGA

LGA stabilises but still faces major challenges

By Heather Jameson | 12 August 2026

As devolution and local government reorganisation reshape the sector, the LGA has improved its finances and leadership, says Heather Jameson —but must now prove its value and influence with council...

FINANCE

Preparing new councils for local government reorganisation

By Nina Philippidis | 12 August 2026

Nina Philippidis looks at how councils can prepare effectively for local government reorganisatio...

DEVOLUTION

Rewiring or short circuit?

By Jonathan Carr-West | 12 August 2026

Jonathan Carr-West looks at the obstacles the Government will have to tackle in its devolution Wh...

DEVOLUTION

Power must be matched by funding if devolution is to deliver

By Cllr Graham Morgan | 11 August 2026

Graham Morgan argues that devolution's promise will only be delivered if new powers for local lea...

REORGANISATION

Building a lasting legacy through reorganisation

By Manjeet Gill | 07 August 2026

Reflecting on her experience in Wiltshire, Manjeet Gill says strong leadership and trusted relati...

REORGANISATION

Top tips for delivering LGR

By Justin Ives | 07 August 2026

Justin Ives proffers practical lessons for delivering successful local government reorganisation ...

AI

The workplace challenge: Preventing AI conflict before it starts

By Phil Floyd | 07 August 2026

As generative AI becomes a growing factor in employment disputes, Phil Floyd argues that the best...

AI

Rethinking the public servant for the AI era

By Stephen Jeffares | 07 August 2026

AI has become far more capable over the past decade, but human public servants remain central to ...

REORGANISATION

Government needs to step up to make LGR flourish

By Cllr Richard Wright | 07 August 2026

LGR can bring lasting benefit for communities across the country but that will require the Govern...

MANCHESTER

Manchesterism is more than Burnhamism

By By Akash Paun | 07 August 2026

As she takes on the mantle of Manchester mayor, Bev Craig will want to create her own legacy for ...

WHITEHALL

Creating a closer relationship

By Simon Kaye | 07 August 2026

Simon Kaye looks at the prospects for No10 North and the role it can play to help reset the relat...

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