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The LGA’s annual survey on our wide-ranging sector support programme is now live. Share your views and help shape the future of the LGA's improvement support to #LocalGov Make sure your voice is heard. Link in comments.

📻Chair @Eamonn_OB spoke to @bbc5live this morning about how the Budget can signal a “new deal for #localgov” and start a “renewal of local services” Listen back in full @BBCSounds (from 1.05.20)

8,649 staff, 319 ICT systems and ~10,000 contracts moved into two new councils, on time and on budget. At a packed CIPFA Solace breakout at #SolaceSummit, the people behind Cumbria's reorganisation shared what they'd tell you first. #LocalGov #LGR

The local audit office is to commence operations by the end of next month, focusing on the recovery of local audits - #localgov

#BCLocalGov #LocalGov #bcmuni #RuralBC From CBC British Columbia: "Plenty of groups in British Columbia are wondering what issues the incoming B.C. Conservative government will prioritize. BC Local Governments' are hoping the Province of BC will examine the level of control they have over new housing approvals" More at

Bureaucracy often stifles essential progress in local government. Cutting through red tape isn't just a political talking point; it is a necessity for effective service and real community impact. #LocalGov #Efficiency

A £285m Good Growth fund alongside fresh borrowing powers will be given to mayors and local leaders - #localgov

The Government announces a series of new mayors and a fiscal devolution roadmap as part of the autumn Budget - #localgov

🏆 2026 National Champions - Parks & Recreation Community Impact: Fairfax County, VA Excellence: City of Gulf Breeze, FL Transformation: City of La Vista, NE Congrats to all three! 👏 #LocalGov #ParksAndRecreation #BestinGovernanceAwards #Polco

🏆 2026 National Champion - Organizational Culture Voice of Employees: City of River Falls, WI Congrats to River Falls for building a workplace where public servants thrive! 👏 #LocalGov #OrganizationalCulture #BestinGovernanceAwards #Polco

#TurnTheTable consortium is an organisation that foster cooperation between #LocalGov and #CivicSociety to transform global #FoodSystems. We will hear two of the member cities on how they're transforming #SchoolMeals in #SDGLocalSolutions webinar. 🔜 Stay in touch!

@cityoftoronto's vision on #SchoolMeals? Every student in Toronto will have access to nutritious, locally sourced food at a school. This is why they're centralising #FoodProcurement and collaborating with different partners. Next cases: #Zugló 🇭🇺 & @ComunediBergamo 🇮🇹

Our 2026 National Champions for Trust in Government! 🏆 Voice of the People - Excellence: Town of Davidson, NC 🏆 Voice of the People - Transformation: City of Bozeman, MT Congratulations! 👏 ➡️ Learn more: #BestinGovernanceAwards #Polco #LocalGov

A digital twin enables municipalities to visualize and optimize operations in real time. Read about how municipalities that move first on #digital twins will not only improve #technology but will also deliver outcomes with greater confidence. #LocalGov

Time well spent in Mobile with #localgov leaders! @AL_League

🏆 2026 National Champions - Health & Wellness Community Impact: City of Carmel, IN Excellence: City of Coral Gables, FL Transformation: City of Redlands, CA Congrats to all three! 👏 #LocalGov #HealthAndWellness #BestinGovernanceAwards

#Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady After September Hikes #MDpolitics #localgov

67% of Australian councils now call homelessness a significant or acute local problem, up from about 10% a decade ago. None are funded or mandated to run homelessness services. #LocalGov

South Perth has lost its CEO. Liz Ledger resigned after ten months, citing a dysfunctional culture and factional politics in her statement. It follows four councillor resignations and a government monitor. #LocalGov

Ontario’s 2026 #TransparencyShowcase highlights how public sector organizations are strengthening public trust. Through innovative communication, data-sharing, and digital engagement initiatives, they are making #information more accessible. #LocalGov

Register for the launch of AI for Municipalities online course tmr! Developed by @UNDP and the City of Bratislava 🇸🇰, the course helps #LocalGov to build foundational understanding on #AI.