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The war on drugs: where are we now?

This briefing examines the background and current situation with drug use in our society, and looks at the role of local authorities, as custodians of public health and community leaders, in addressing various challenges presented by drug addiction in our local communities.

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Global Local Think Tank Review – September 2023

Our monthly Think Tank review highlights key findings from leading think tanks and research institutes across the globe. Topics this month include climate resilient housing, social attitudes towards climate action, youth engagement, childcare challenges, employability support schemes and digital inclusion.

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After dark – local government and the night-time economy

The night-time economy makes a key contribution to the UK economy and employment but has confronted numerous challenges including the changing nature of the high street, the pandemic and cost of living crisis. This briefing considers the role of local authorities in managing, regulating and supporting local night-time economies.

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Housing and planning round-up September 2023

Housebuilding is the big issue in this month’s housing and planning roundup, with government plans to relax rules on river pollution thwarted by the House of Lords. Other stories include homelessness in Scotland, concerns over concrete, regulation fees and onshore wind farms.

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Our top ten most popular articles last month and a call for more

Want to find out our most popular recent reads. It’s all here, 1-10.  And we love hearing what our readers are doing, too. Find out how you can share your views and experiences with colleagues around the world with an article for LGIU.

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Scottish Autumn Bulletin – review of an eventful 2023

This bulletin is essential reading as Autumn approaches, here we provide an update on progress of legislation currently in Holyrood, from the previous Programme for Government to the newly published Programme for Government 2023-24.

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