Digital Transformation, AI and Local Government: The Case for Workforce Upskilling
The new LocalGov and Multiverse report explores how workforce upskilling is driving smarter, more efficient, and inclusive local government transformation.
An important step has been taken, but now the groundwork begins
05/12/2025 With the seasonal break approaching, many councils will be hoping for a period of rest and recuperation, but in reality, they know there’s no time to waste, say Claire Ward, partner, and Sue Bearman, legal director at Anthony Collins. |
The power of place in regional revitalisation
05/12/2025 Harnessing place power can transform regional perceptions and bolster investment potential, says Dr Diana Taylor, MD, Future Humber. |
From Ambition to Action: how to turn digital vision into reality
28/11/2025 James Towner, ArvatoConnect, argues that while public sector digital transformation is advancing, true value lies in turning ambition into measurable outcomes. |
When Brighton’s library cancelled the New Union Flag
28/11/2025 After Brighton’s Jubilee Library's cancellation of an exhibition of the New Union Flag, artist Dr Gil Mualem-Doron warns against a climate of cultural caution. |
Local Government Reorganisation: Choose to transform, not just merge
27/11/2025 As England’s shift to unitary authorities accelerates, councils face a rare chance to rethink how they work, says Eman Al-Hillawi, CEO at Entec Si. |
Without reform, no Budget can fix local government
24/11/2025 Joanne Pitt, CIPFA Senior Policy Manager, argues the Autumn Budget must pair funding decisions with long-term reform to secure local government’s future. |
Editor’s Comment: What local government wants from the Autumn Budget
17/11/2025 As councils face soaring pressures, the Autumn Budget Insights series outlines what local government leaders are calling on the Chancellor to deliver. |
Autumn Budget Insights: Local government's digital imperative
14/11/2025 Civica argues that only a properly funded, people-centred approach to digital transformation can unlock productivity and protect vital services. |
Facial Recognition: Balancing safety, privacy, and trust in local communities
13/11/2025 Tony Oliver, Head of Physical Security, North, explores how facial recognition technology can help local authorities enhance public safety. |
Autumn Budget Insights: A chance to rebuild councils
11/11/2025 Mike Short, head of local government at UNISON, argues that the Autumn Statement is a chance to protect services and staff, and renew local government. |
Councils urged to unite in the fight against fly-tipping
10/11/2025 Fly-tipping is a persistent blight on communities. Speaking to LocalGov, Dr Anna Scott, Keep Britain Tidy, urges councils to unite against waste crime. |
Autumn Budget Insights: What the local government workforce really needs
04/11/2025 Pam Parkes, President of PPMA, argues that local government cannot deliver reform or growth without investing in its workforce. |
Smarter Spaces: The case for council office reconfiguration
04/11/2025 Kingsley Clarke, Head of SCF (South West) at Southern Construction Framework, explains why councils must rethink office space. |
Autumn Budget Insights: Time to deliver for adult social care
30/10/2025 With demand rising, the Autumn Budget offers a critical chance to secure sustainable investment for adult social care, writes ADASS President Jess McGregor. |
The Move to Digital Networks: Preparing local authorities for a connected future
29/10/2025 Professor Sultan Mahmud, Director of Health and Communities at BT, urges councils to act now to prepare for the UK’s digital network switch-off. |
Redesigning Services: Anti-racist models of home improvement
29/10/2025 Without inclusive home improvement support, the wellbeing of people from racially minorities will be at risk, writes Nazia Azad of Centre for Ageing Better. |
Autumn Budget Insights: Saving supported housing
27/10/2025 Supported housing is on a financial knife-edge and needs emergency funding in the upcoming Budget, says Sarah Finnegan of the National Housing Federation. |
Supporting older people's health and fitness
24/10/2025 Phil Donnay looks at the importance for older people of keeping active. |
AI in Local Government: Success, ROI and real efficiency
21/10/2025 AI is transforming local government. But councils must balance efficiency with ethics, transparency, and citizen trust, says Matt Culpin of IEG Group. |
Autumn Budget Insights: SEND reform needed to break vicious cycle
20/10/2025 Darcey Snape of the IFS warns that without urgent SEND reform, councils face growing deficits and families risk being let down. |
