Publications

Shared management can act as a springboard for transformation, improve efficiency and service delivery and enhance the resilience and capacity of individual councils.

Around 20,000 new homes a year have been put on hold as a result legal protections to clean and protect our precious water ways. This report explores the challenges that councils and other stakeholders are facing, and sets out recommendations for action

This sector-led improvement programme is an opportunity for councils and their partners to access leading expertise, learn from one another and share good practice.

It goes without saying each and every suicide that takes place is a tragedy. On average in England 13 people take their own lives every day.

Based on a set of six case studies from across England, the research findings highlight the significant challenges the sector faces in retaining its competitive edge in terms of productivity, recruitment and skills.

Our range of leadership development events, workshops, and publications will help you transform your local systems.

Striking out into the world on your own for the first time is exciting and daunting for all of us. The opportunity to carve your own path and the newfound independence is a huge draw.

This publication demonstrates current examples of how councils support adult and young carers locally in a range of different ways from respite breaks to discount cards to tailored information and advice.

These case studies explore the different ways that local authorities are supporting children in the youth justice system, to keep them safe and stop offending behaviours.

The following case studies stand as examples of good practice, success stories and promising initiatives in supporting young people with their mental health.