Breaking down England's fiscal devolution plans
David Phillips of the IFS tells LocalGov why England's regional finance reforms are modest by global comparison and what ministers still need to get right.
Polanski calls for end to outsourcing
08/07/2026 It’s time to bring an end to wasteful outsourcing and fix the broken planning system, Green Party leader Zack Polanski told the LGA Conference. |
Green Party names leader of newly formed LGA group
04/06/2026 The Green Party has named Emily O’Brien as leader of its newly formed Local Government Association group. |
What are the Green Party’s priorities in local government?
12/05/2026 From climate action to housing and transport, the Green Party’s growing role in local government highlights its expanding influence across councils. |
Local Elections 2026: Results show Reform surge and Labour losses
08/05/2026 The 2026 local elections have delivered a seismic shift in English local government — confirming a dramatic surge for Reform UK and the Greens. |
All change: Reform UK projected to make huge gains as local elections get underway
07/05/2026 The chairs of three of the sector's major associations could change hands in the aftermath of today's local elections. |
