Protecting the public realm without shutting it down
As Martyn's Law approaches, this free special report from LocalGov and Hill & Smith sets out how councils can protect public spaces without shutting them down.
Reform seeks to withdraw Bradford Council’s sanctuary status
23/09/2026 Opposition councillors have criticised Bradford Reform UK Group’s proposals to withdraw the council from its Local Authority of Sanctuary status. |
Green councillor challenges leader for by-election nomination
08/09/2026 A local councillor from Camden is challenging Green Party leader Zack Polanski in his attempt to win a byelection seat. |
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. |
