Local Government Association

Did you know that we produce a free monthly bulletin on climate change with a round-up of best practice examples and latest news, including events and training courses for councils? Register for free to stay up to date: https://orlo.uk/I8Tkk #COP29 #ActLocalImpactGlobal Crown Commercial Service

Go further than you think. Develop the skills you need to make change happen. That's exactly what Kerry Challoner from Lichfield District Council did. In the video below Kerry explains how training and mentorship in her council role helped further her career. There are hundreds of exciting roles available in local councils across England. They will help you develop your career with game-changing training and development. You could make a real difference in your community.   Find a local council job near you: https://orlo.uk/KhxOy #MakeADifference #LocalCouncilJobs

I am the CIPD lead for the relationship with the Local Government Association, they do some fantastic work to support Local Authorities. I'd like to highlight their latest campaign Make a Difference - work for your local council. The aims of the project are to inspire individuals to explore career opportunities in local government. The campaign highlights the wide range of roles available in councils, featuring professions and welcoming people from all backgrounds and skill levels who are looking to begin a new role in local government. Please do take a look and share it across your network to raise awareness. localcounciljobs.gov.uk

#COP29 themes include 'enhancing ambition and enabling action'. Westmorland and Furness Council developed a comprehensive climate action plan outlining ambitious goals and practical steps to achieve a more sustainable future. Find out more about how Westmorland and Furness are making a difference and tackling climate change: https://orlo.uk/Z0QjS #ActLocalImpactGlobal #Sustainability

Through our leadership programmes we provide a wide range of officer development programmes for executive leaders, chief executives, and rising stars. Discover how our sector support programme develops the skills of #LocalGov leaders: https://orlo.uk/G2bR5

✨Today is our Technology Innovation Showcase with PUBLIC! We'll be joined by councils, keynote speakers, and AI and smart technology vendors. 💡 Learn more about today's event in this post. 📝 Councils submitted challenges: In August 2024, we asked councils to submit challenge statements setting out the issues and problem areas which could be addressed by AI and smart tech solutions. 🏆 4 challenges were selected: In September and October, AI and smart technology providers submitted potential solutions to the 4 challenges. Vendors were selected based on the novelty and impact of their solution, their ability to scale in the local council sector, and their compliance with key data security and responsible deployment requirements of councils. The vendors presenting their solutions today are: ⭐ Challenge 1: Efficiency of the planning process - Verna, The Future Fox, Genie AI ⭐ Challenge 2: Improving local places - Alchera Technologies, Immense, Podaris ⭐ Challenge 3: Supporting social care practitioners - emma AI, Lilli, Starlight ⭐ Challenge 4: Digital front door - Futr AI, Mortar, Beebot AI 🎓 Shared learning from key speakers: Thank you to colleagues from the Ada Lovelace Institute, who'll share their latest research on empowering ethical and safe procurement of AI. Thank you to Eoin M., Head of Innovation Programmes at 10 Downing Street who'll share the role of innovation programmes in the public sector as a way to engage with and test emerging technology. 👏 Thank you to the many organisations who have designed the challenges at the heart of the showcase, including: Sefton Council, Stevenage Borough Council, Bath & North East Somerset Council, Devon County Council, North Yorkshire Council, Bradford Council, West Northamptonshire Council, Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS), Stockport Council, Dorset Council UK, Plymouth City Council, Kirklees Council, North Northamptonshire Council, St Helens Council, BCP Council, Cornwall Council, Somerset Council, Planning Advisory Service (PAS), South Hams District Council & West Devon Borough Council, Teignbridge District Council, Thanet District Council, Cambridgeshire County Council, and Peterborough City Council. https://lnkd.in/d3AYpYxF #localgov #digital #tech #innovation

Our guide to navigating financial uncertainty and building resilience has practical advice, guidance, and tools that can be effectively implemented to improve financial resilience in #LocalGov. Produced in collaboration with EY and Section 151 officer insight. https://orlo.uk/EwiAe

Today is #WorldKindnessDay. Respecting one another and showing kindness is essential for a healthy democracy. The LGA's senior leaders' #DebateNotHate statement emphasises the importance of cross-party civility ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eS2UZVTj

The Sustainability Improvement Programme, in partnership and funded by the Crown Commercial Service provides tools and opportunities to build councils’ capability and capacity in sustainability and the environment. 🌍 🌳🐝 Sign up to our free monthly bulletin to stay up to date with support and resources: https://orlo.uk/tCpmM ⬅️ #ActLocalImpactGlobal #COP29 #ClimateAction #Sustainability

Do you play a role in administering the collection of the building safety levy for your council? We're holding a webinar presented by MHCLG colleagues on what the levy is, how the collection process will work and the role of councils as collection and administrative agents. Book your place for 18 November ⬇️ https://orlo.uk/LgEVk