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“Investment in using the latest technology in social care could be transformative for the sector, whether that is for system efficiency, data analytics for prevention or customer service.

“We are pleased that the Government has responded positively to our concerns on councils’ audit costs. The new funding will help meet the expected cost of extra fees charged for rebuilding assurance following the audit backstops. However, it is crucial that the amount of funding being made available is kept under review against actual costs once they are known to ensure it meets the long-term needs of making the audit system sustainable."

Following the announcement of a full and final pay offer for council employees, Chair of the National Employers for local government services, Cllr James Lewis, said: “Council employees have been offered a pay increase of 3.20 per cent from 1 April 2025."

The LGA and techUK have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on advancing digital transformation in the sector.

The LGA has launched its Sector Support offer for 2025/26.

“Councils are ready to go further and faster on climate action – but we need a plan that works in partnership with local government. However, the funding or policies needed to empower them to help fully realise this ambition are not yet in place." 

The LGA responds to the publication of the Terms of Reference for the Casey Commission on the future of adult social care.

The LGA responds to a Health and Social Care Select Committee report on the cost of inaction on reform of adult social care.

“We look forward to collaborating with the Office for Veterans Affairs and the MoD on a service model that recognises the expertise already in place across local government."

Following the local elections held on Thursday 1 May 2025, the LGA’s political proportionality has now been calculated and independently verified.