From social engagement to civic action – how can local government engage citizens in democracy and delivery? What can communities do for themselves with the support of local public bodies?
From adult mental health to labour market trends, we keep you up to date with everything that matters to local government. Find out what you might have missed from LGIU in the last four weeks, including the launch of our annual Cllr Awards.
A child or young person’s mental health can have long-term implications. This briefing explores some examples of programmes and initiatives, set up by Scotland’s local authorities, to help children and young people with their mental health.
From councillor training to the constitution, from running councils to regulating pets , we keep you up to date with everything that matters to local government in Australia. Find out what you might have missed from LGIU in the last four weeks.
Councils around the world are tackling problems with resourcefulness and ingenuity. LGIU’s round up of case studies, good practice highlights from our exclusive Daily News and. more. From re-wilding to economic development and cost-of-living support.
What do you think should be the main focus areas of councillors this year? Find out what LGIU members and followers told us here.
In this week’s Global Local, we’re casting a spotlight on all things Irish local government!
Councils in Scotland should soon have the power to charge tourists who stay overnight a visitor levy. With legislation before the Scottish Parliament, this briefing looks at how the levy will work and what it might mean for local authorities.
From economic inactivity to loving local, we keep you up to date with everything that matters to local government in Scotland. Find out what you might have missed from LGIU in the last four weeks.
In this issue of Global Local, we’re examining whether the 20-minute neighbourhood concept can be successfully implemented in more rural settings.
Urban sprawl and the ongoing lack of adequate transport and service infrastructure is a huge challenge for urban communities across the US. This article highlights key examples of how several US cities are adopting the 20-minute neighbourhood concept to overcome the challenges.
