LGA to lead major new public health improvement programme across England Support Worker Visits Senior Man

A major new initiative aimed at strengthening public health services across England will be led by the Local Government Association over the next...

Dan Benn Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:14
Councils warn of insolvency risk as SEND costs drive deficits Child with SEND

Eight in ten councils in England warn they could become insolvent within the next few years due to mounting deficits linked to the cost of supporting...

Dan Benn Fri, 02/06/2026 - 10:24
Unlocking Health and Independence: The Urgent Case for More OTs in Councils OT at work

Ahead of the Spending Review, the Local Government Association (LGA) is calling for urgent action to increase the number of Occupational Therapists...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 06/11/2025 - 09:40
Half of councils warn of insolvency over special needs spending Girl holds adults hand

Over half of councils that support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have warned they will become insolvent when a...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 02/19/2025 - 09:22
Councils Lead the Charge: How Local Efforts Are Tackling England's Health Inequality Crisis Models and Money

The Government is being urged to introduce a national health inequalities strategy to tackle England’s widening health inequality gap, in a new report...

jonathand@cogn… Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:22
A Rubbish Reality Person throwing rubbish from a car

Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has published a groundbreaking report highlighting the severe litter crisis in England and its...

jonathand@cogn… Thu, 01/30/2025 - 09:24
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