Pandemic has accelerated use of data at local level

The Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation has published new analysis on the use of data in local government during the coronavirus pandemic.

Serious child harm cases rise by more than a quarter

The Local Government Association has warned that serious child harm cases reported by councils rise by more than a quarter during pandemic.

Local elections to go ahead in England

Local elections in England will go ahead as planned in May, despite doubts over whether it would be right for them to do so.

Growing need for food banks from people claiming UC

One in five people on Universal Credit say that they are ‘very likely’ to turn to a foodband, if the £20 rise is removed.

Council funding shortfall due to self-isolation support

The TUC has reported that increasing demand for self-isolation support is leaving local authorities facing large funding shortfalls.

Government falling far short of its house building target

The government looks set to fall far short of its commitment on house building, with fewer than 100,000 homes built during the first three quarters of 2020.

Oxford outlines Zero Carbon by 2030 plans

Oxford City Council has outlined how it aims to achieve its goal of becoming a zero carbon council by 2030 by reducing its carbon emissions.

All new developments must meet local standards

Local communities will be at the heart of plans to make sure that new developments in their area are beautiful and well-designed.

£40m to help victims of domestic abuse during pandemic

Victims of rape and domestic abuse will be helped by a major £40 million funding boost for specialist support services.

£9.4m investment in children’s mental health services

The Welsh Government has announced that more than £9 million will be available specifically to support children and young people.

£93 million announced for road upgrades

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has pledged £93 million for major road upgrades across the country.

Coronavirus jab now offered at every eligible care home

The NHS has now offered the coronavirus vaccine to residents at every eligible care home with older residents across England.

Devolution deal for West Yorkshire signed into law

Local Government Minister Luke Hall has signed an Order bringing into law a historic devolution deal for West Yorkshire.

LGA Housing Advisers’ Programme applicants chosen

The Local Government Association has announced the 17 successful applicants for its Housing Advisers Programme for this year.

‘Concerning’ profit and debt levels in children’s care

The government’s review of children’s social care needs to consider the impact of increasing private equity and stock market involvement.

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