Daniel Holland

Daniel is the Membership Coordinator for Scotland and Ireland, based within the LGIU’s partnerships team. He joined the LGIU in July 2026, with a focus on building and strengthening connections between members and the LGIU. 

Before joining the LGIU, Daniel completed an accelerated law degree at the University of Cambridge, having previously studied History and Politics at the University of Glasgow, including a year abroad at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 

His dissertation, “Do Scottish Councils Deliver”, examined the fiscal, structural and workforce challenges facing local government in Scotland – a topic that, alongside his family’s work in the public sector, drew him to LGIU. 

Daniel is particularly interested in helping councils harness IT innovation and in creating opportunities for greater knowledge sharing between councils and across countries. Especially in key areas such as homelessness provision and prevention in health and social care.

Outside of work, Daniel has always enjoyed long-distance hiking, running and triathlon events. Having raised money for causes including the Doddie Weir Foundation, Cash for Kids, and Brain Tumour Research, through family and friends.