We are a cross-party network, providing a single national voice for our member councils
We are a cross-party, member-led network, providing a single voice for our member councils
‘In its response we hope the Government will recognise the central role of districts councils in public health, including through the planning system, while ensuring that delays are avoided within the wider planning system process going forward.’
Government plans to exclude planning authorities from strategic planning could result in confusion and complexity...
The final Local Government Finance Settlement (LGFS) 2026-27 contains good news for district councils. There had been...
Thousands of new council homes could be built after the Government announced it will lift one of the biggest barriers...
Local taxpayers and service users set to feel the pinch as councils face river maintenance spend hike Vast swathes of...
We are a cross-party network, providing a single national voice for our member councils
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