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Our team of leading experts provide regular commentary on a wide range of local government issues. For all press enquires, please contact Jen Pufky on 020 7554 2800 or 07825 617 927 or by email on jen.pufky@lgiu.org.uk.

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LGIU Response: Birmingham City Council’s Section 114 notice

Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU, said: “To see the largest local authority in the country effectively declare bankruptcy is a sobering moment. Questions will no…
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Squeezed councils’ contribution to Net Zero goal at risk as public support wanes

With influence over significant sources of emissions and established local networks, councils are a critical player in achieving the target of zero emissions by 2050…
England & Wales

LGIU response to the Electoral Commission’s report on voter ID

Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, Local Government Information Unit (LGIU) said: “The Electoral Commission report published this morning should concern anyone who believes in strong and…
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LGIU response: latest levelling up funding allocation

LGIU response to the Government’s latest levelling up funding allocation Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive of LGIU, said: “People will debate whether these allocations are right or fair but the real problem here is that this is a crazy way to fund local government. “With competitive bids and the Government picking winners – there will always…

England & Wales Press Releases

LGIU response: What the Autumn Statement means for local government

LGIU response: What the Autumn Statement means for local government Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, LGIU said: “Today’s budget offered limited respite for hard-pressed councils. In a week when two of England’s largest local authorities have said they are facing a financial cliff edge – the message from the sector is clear. Well run councils will…

England & Wales, Scotland Press Releases

2022 Cllr Awards shortlists unveiled

We are proud to announce the shortlist for the 2022 Cllr Awards, showcasing the achievements of councillors across England and Wales for the 13th year running and the 5th year running in Scotland. 

England & Wales, Scotland Press Releases

LGIU statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

LGIU statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Jonathan Carr-West, Chief Executive, Local Government Information Unit (LGIU), said: “Everyone at LGIU is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Like our members, we pay tribute to the Queen’s lifetime of inspirational public service and we send our deepest…

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