News

The average house price in England is now almost eight times the average wage, sparking a call from councils to be allowed to invest significantly in house building.

Action is urgently needed to make sure children and young people detained in youth offending institutions and secure training centres are safe, council leaders say.

“The LGA has long called for fairer funding for all schools and for councils to be able to work with schools to set budgets that reflect local need."

“Our residents are clear – new homes in their communities have to be affordable, high-quality, and supported by adequate infrastructure and sustainable local services."

“Across the country nearly six out of 10 people delayed in hospital are unable to leave because they require further NHS services, with just over a third awaiting support from council social care."

“Homelessness is a tragedy, as a settled home is crucial to health and wellbeing for individuals and families, and is a central cornerstone of successful communities."

The number of specialist homes for older people will need to increase by 400,000 units in less than 20 years as a result of our ageing population, new analysis by the Local Government Association reveals today.

“This report highlights the multiple factors that impact on children’s health and wellbeing, and demonstrates the importance of all agencies at local and national level considering how their policies and practice will impact on young people."

“We are pleased that the Government has recognised the importance of supporting the return of good experienced social workers back into the profession."

“Litter and fly-tipping costs council taxpayers around £1 billion a year. We would now urge Government to build further on this encouraging step and hand councils the powers they need to rid communities of litter."