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New plan to boost Bradford’s economy by £4
billion and get 20,000 more people into work.
Stevenage Council has launched its Healthy Stevenage Strategy aimed at
tackling the startling health inequalities both within Stevenage and between
Stevenage and the rest of Hertfordshire.
Hammersmith & Fulham has become the first council in
the country to call on the government to let the people decide on the final
Brexit deal - with a vote to either accept the deal OR stay in the EU. You can sign their petition here.
Islington Council is appealing for landlords to help
transform the lives of Syrian refugees, by offering them accommodation in the
borough.
Cllr Lib Peck writes about the importance of promoting flexible working and the
benefits of being a Timewise council.
Through new
procurement policies, Manchester
City Council has invigorated the local economy,
creating nearly 1,200 jobs.
Oxford
City Council launches ‘Oxford
Business Guide’, aimed at showcasing economic strengths and helping
businesses.
Local government is short of 3,000 women councillors – we must
do better, writes Cllr Ann O’Byrne.
Out on
the campaign trail? We want your photos
and will use the best for the LGA Labour Group Annual Report. They must be high resolution and you must
have the permission of everyone in the picture. Please email to Lewis Addlington-Lee.
Swansea Council
approves plans for £11.8m
education centre.
John McDonnell MP speech
ahead of the Spring Statement.
Andrew
Gwynne MP responded
to the news that three more Conservative councils
have been added to the list of those showing signs of financial stress
because of funding cuts.
Labour launches
report revealing the Tory-made crisis in children’s services.
On Tuesday 20th March, the LGA
Labour Group will be launching our most recent publication - "On Day
One". This publication, which features a collection of essays from Labour councillors, looks at how a Labour Government can help different areas of local
government as soon as Labour takes power, such as housing, education and young
people, devolution and party democracy.
The launch will take place on
Tuesday 20th March, 6-7.30pm, Committee Room 19, Houses of Parliament. You'll
have the opportunity to hear from Andrew Gwynne MP, Shadow Secretary of State
for Communities and Local Government, Cllr Nick Forbes, Leader of the LGA
Labour Group, Cllr Lib Peck, Deputy Leader of the LGA Labour Group, as well as
other contributors. If you wish to attend, please email hannah.lazell@local.gov.uk.
LGA responds to
Age UK report on trading standards budgets
LGA responds to
NAO report on financial sustainability of local authorities
LGA responds to
CQC report on children's mental health
Pioneers
celebrated on International Women’s Day
LGA responds to
latest delayed transfers of care figures
LGA responds to
Domestic Abuse Bill consultation
Tory deputy leader of Westminster steps aside over
taking 500 freebies in three years.
Theresa May Protects DUP from free
school meal cuts set to hit England's Universal Credit Claimants.
This Huge Leak of WhatsApp Chats reveals the full fury of the
Tories’ Brexit split.
Our free support offer, funded by the Department of Health, is aimed at:
- Health and wellbeing board (HWB) chairs/co/vice chairs
- Portfolio-holders/lead members with responsibility for
adult social care
- Anyone with any other leading political role in a health
and care system
Induction session
10.30am – 3pm, Thursday 28 June 2018, Beecham Room, LGA
If you are new to a leading role in a health and care
system, as above, this free induction session is for you. To book a place
contact sarah.brown@local.gov.uk.
Leadership essentials
Warwick Conference Centre, Coventry
These free two day residential sessions are an opportunity
to reflect on the leadership challenges of these roles. Using the LGA’s tried
and tested approach to leadership development, the programme will be led by LGA
peers and national partners and focus on a range of current and crucial issues.
If you are a HWB chair/co/vice chair or have a leading
political role in a health and care system:
- 10 – 11 July 2018
- 9 – 10 October 2018
If you are an adult social care portfolio-holder or lead
member:
Reflecting responsibilities across health and social care,
the 9 – 10 October sessions will run simultaneously, linked by shared speakers,
facilitators and a joint dinner to provide a wider networking opportunity.
To book a place, please contact Grace Collins on 020 7664
3054 or grace.collins@local.gov.uk.
By-election results from 8 March 2018
East Hampshire DC, Petersfield Bell
Hill
Ind 178
[32.6%; +32.6%]
LD 156
[28.6%; +14.5%]
Con 145
[26.6%; -20.9%]
Lab 56
[10.3%; -4.9%]
UKIP 11
[2.0%; -10.2%]
Green 0
[[0.0%; -11.2%]]
Ind gain
from Conservative
Bolton MB, Farnworth
Farnsworth
& Kersley Residents 1204 [47.5%; +47.5%]
Lab 969
[38.2%; -10.5%]
UKIP 169
[6.7%; -30.0%]
Con 153
[6.0%; -2.0%]
LD 23
[0.9%; -2.2%]
Green 18
[0.7%; +0.7%]
Farnsworth
& Kersley Residents gain from Labour
Nottingham UA, Wollaton West
Lab 2193
[48.8%; +10.1%]
Con 1950
[43.4%; +8.2%]
LD 237
[5.3%; -1.8%]
Green 72
[1.6%; -8.2%]
Bus Pass
Elvis 41 [0.9%; +0.9%]
UKIP 0
[[0.0%; -9.3%]]
Labour gain from Conservative
Rutland UA, Oakham South East
Ind 300
[59.5%; +59.5%]
Con 204
[40.5%; +1.7%]
LD 0
[[0.0%; -22.2%]]
Ind 0
[[0.0%; -39.0%]]
Independent
gain from Conservative
Dacorum BC, Northchurch
LD Lara
Pringle 545 [59.2%; +39.3%]
Con 260
[28.2%; -29.8%]
Lab 97 [10.5%;
-2.4%]
Grn 19
[2.1%; -7.1%]
Lib Dem
gain from Conservative
Harlow BC, Little Parndon & Hare
Street
Lab 781 [62.2%; +7.9%]
Con 394
[31.4%; +5.2%]
UKIP 80
[6.4%; -13.1%]
Labour hold
Medway UA, Rochester West
Lab 1212
[47.5%; +26.5%]
Con 1007 [39.5%;
-4.0%]
LD 119 [4.7%; +1.0%]
Green 107
[4.2%; -6.1%]
UKIP 104
[4.1%; -16.2%]
TUSC 0
[0.0%; -1.2%]
Labour gain from Conservative
Tameside MB, Droylesden
Lab 986
[65.5%; +14.1%]
Con 489
[32.5%; +23.4%]
LD 30 [2.0%; +2.0%]
Green 0
[0.0%; -5.9%]
UKIP 0
[[0.0%; -33.6%]]
Labour hold
By-elections taking place on 15 March 2018
South Kesteven DC, Stamford St Johns
South Kesteven DC, Stamford St George
Redcar & Cleveland UA, Longbeck
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