Guidance on key issues on the processes that will be involved in the current local government reorganisation.
Ten essential workforce considerations for LGR guide
This guide provides a series of high-level, user friendly prompts and handy resources on key things to think about in planning and managing workforce changes during LGR.
LGR golden handcuffs
The golden handcuffs guidance explores the impact of offering inducements to employees to not terminate their contract of employment in the run up to, and in some cases for a limited period after, local government reorganisation.
Lessons learned from LGR
North Yorkshire’s move in 2023 to unite eight councils into one shows what’s possible with clear HR strategy, strong leadership, and a people-first approach. This case study by Trudy Forster, Assistant Chief Executive, highlights the HR and organisational strategies that made this transformation possible, from staff transfers to cultural integration and senior team recruitment.
Read the case study.
LGR HR Leads Network
Join our collaborative community supporting HR and workforce resilience during LGR. Our monthly meetings explore expert advice, practical tools, and peer support for managing the challenges and opportunities of LGR. HR leads in LGR councils can email [email protected] to join.
Specific guidance on key issues will be made available on this page as more information becomes available on the processes that will be involved in the current local government reorganisation.
In the meantime, please see Employment law topics and guides for information on issues that may be relevant such as TUPE, variation of contracts, equal pay and redundancy