MPs have urged the government to be less prescriptive in its approach to tackling waste and improving recycling levels.

Empty shops are turning into vibrant community centres under new plans to take back control of vacant high streets.

A partnership approach involving the public, businesses, councils and government is needed to tackle harmful levels of air pollution.

The DfE has invited views from across the education system on applying some of the financial measures used in academies to local authority run schools.

A renaissance of historic county flags is well underway as the government publishes guidance to help councils celebrate their rich heritage.

A new study has painted a shaming picture of neglect and discrimination shown towards the homeless when accessing UK health services.

Councils are warning that homes created using permitted development rights are a potential threat to people’s health and well-being.

The government’s plans to introduce a compulsory register for home-educated children risk failing children’s safety, warns LGA.

The government’s landmark Domestic Abuse Bill has been introduced in Parliament.

The government’s failure to back Greater Manchester’s clean air proposals with fair funding could put jobs and businesses at risk.

The beaches receiving international Blue Flag and Seaside Awards have been announced by the Keep Britain Tidy charity.

Universal Credit is draining cash and resources from already hard-pressed councils and their not-for-profit housing companies.

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