Local Government Association

We are the national voice of local government, working with councils to support, promote and improve

Extend smoking and vaping ban to all children's playgrounds, says LGA

Finance Unpacked

King's Speech 2026: LGA briefing

Statutory guidance on the roles and responsibilities of the Director of Children’s Services and the Lead Member for Children’s Services

Statutory guidance issued by the Secretary of State for Education

LGA response to consultation: collective redundancy thresholds consultation

This response is submitted by the Local Government Association (LGA) on behalf of local authorities.

LGA response to consultation: trade unions' rights of access Code of Practice

This response is submitted by the Local Government Association (LGA) on behalf of local authorities.

JNC youth and community workers staff side – pay claim 2026

Please note this is locked content for LGA members and Employer Link subscribers.

Hertsmere Borough Council – Progress Review

Feedback: 4 and 5 February 2026

LGA Corporate Peer Challenge: Lancashire County Council

Feedback report: 17-20 March 2026

General Assembly Motions: guidance for authorities

The LGA is the membership organisation of local authorities in England and Wales. The Association is there to support Authorities who can at any time seek advice or raise any matter of concern.

Gosport Borough Council– Progress Review

Feedback: 4 November 2025

The Data (Use and Access) Act – what it means for local authorities

Part 5 of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) came into effect on 5 February 2026. The DUAA amends UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018

International

We ensure councils are supported in their international work, benefit from international intelligence and learning, and that their voice is heard when decisions are being made.

London Borough of Merton – Progress Review

Feedback: 15 October 2025

The Soulbury Committee Employers’ Side - Pay offer 2025 - response

Following a meeting of the Soulbury Committee, the Employers Side has responded to the Officers’ Side. The Unions are undertaking further consultation on this.

Driver 6: Recognition

Recognition is about feeling that professional contribution is seen, respected and valued. It includes being able to see the positive difference one’s work makes to people, families and communities.

Flexibility refers to how work is organised to reflect different life stages and responsibilities to achieve a good work life balance, while maintaining service quality. Formal flexible working involves a change in the contract of employment. Informal or dynamic flexibility is more about developing a culture of two-way flexibility that works for everyone.