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@LGAcomms

3 years

Councils care Councils educate Councils lead Councils coordinate Councils protect Councils cooperate Councils support Councils communicate Councils house Councils innovate Today is #CouncilsCan Day💜

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3 years

Our thoughts are with the 100,000 sons sisters nieces uncles fathers friends aunties cousins mothers brothers nephews daughters colleagues neighbours #StayHome

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4 years

We're heartbroken to hear that some of our #LocalGov colleagues have been abused while working to keep communities running. This is unacceptable. They're our people and they are working tirelessly to get us all through💙 A #ThankYouLocalGov thread 👇

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We light your way We provide homes We educate the young We maintain your parks We keep you on the road We help you stay healthy We keep your streets clean We collect & recycle your waste We care for you & your loved ones We give a helping hand when you need it Today is #OurDay .

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3 years

We are delighted to announce that Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson ( @Tanni_GT ) will become our new President. She will be a fantastic advocate for #LocalGov and ensure we continue to have a strong, credible and influential voice within Parliament ⬇️

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson to be new LGA President

Baroness Grey-Thompson, currently an LGA Vice-President, will succeed outgoing President Lord Kerslake and will be formally elected at the LGA’s General Assembly in July.

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4 years

Dear #LocalGov colleagues and friends, It's been a challenging week to say the least. For many of you it's not over yet. But we wanted to take the opportunity to say THANK YOU for all your hard and dedicated work. You make an invaluable difference. #CouncilsCan 💫

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3 years

Remember a couple of weeks ago when the High Court ruled councils must return to in person meetings...? This socially distanced council meeting cost @BCPCouncil an extra £6,000 + VAT, and that didn't even include a megaphone and binoculars for those at the back! 📣

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4 years

#LGAConf20 : @Keir_Starmer thanks #LocalGov staff for their hard work on the #coronavirus frontline. #RethinkLocal | @LGA_Labour

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4 years

#EasterWeekend is here, but not everyone is taking time off. Help us send thanks to our #LocalGov colleagues still working on the #coronavirus frontline, keeping communities running and residents safe, up and down the country. #CouncilsCan | #ThankYouLocalGov 💜 #ThankHoliday

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3 years

Our parks have been lifelines during the pandemic, essential to our wellbeing. We’re calling on Govt to ensure parks are included in the new Levelling Up & UK Shared Prosperity Funds, so councils can invest in new park facilities, pitches & green spaces.

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2 years

The scale of the financial pressures #LocalGov is facing cannot be met by reducing costs, making efficiencies or raising council tax. Without action from the Government, councils will have no choice but to cut the services we all rely on. #SaveLocalServices – a thread 👇

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5 years

Councils do amazing things. #CouncilsCan

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4 years

Councils are doing everything they can to help their communities through the #coronavirus outbreak but they are being stretched to the maximum. We're calling on Govt to provide a cast-iron public commitment to provide additional funding 👉

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5 years

Today we are celebrating 100 years of council housing! 🏘️🎉 100 years ago today the #AddisonAct was passed which introduced council housing. We will be sharing stories around council housing throughout the day. You can get involved by using #CouncilHousing100

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4 years

Not everyone is taking time off this bank holiday. Help us send a big THANK YOU to our #LocalGov colleagues still working on the #coronavirus frontline, keeping communities running and residents safe, up and down the country. #CouncilsCan | #ThankYouLocalGov 💜

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4 years

Councils do more than bins. That being said, it’s a ~pretty~ important function. Over the past weeks, a grass roots movement has grown across the country: people leaving lovely thank you notes for their bin collectors 💌 We present: #ThankYouLocalGov - bin message edition 🌈

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4 years

Thank you to the thousands of public health, emergency services & social care staff who are working so hard to protect people across the country from #Coronavirus . Visit our web page for useful information on #COVID19 for councils 👇

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6 years

#OurDay 🌟 is about the people who fill our potholes, take care of our children, organise our elections, keep our streets clean and many other valued services. Find out more here and make sure to tune in on 21 November.

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4 years

THANK YOU to the thousands of #LocalGov colleagues who are working flat out in response to #COVID19 – identifying & supporting vulnerable residents & working with @NHSuk to free up beds by getting people out of hospital and cared for at home or in the community 💪 #CouncilsCan !

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4 years

#LocalGov continues to lead local efforts to beat #coronavirus but is being stretched to the maximum. Many councils continue to face spiralling cost and demand pressures at the same time as seeing a huge drop in income. This is unsustainable. THREAD (1/8) 👇

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6 years

#localgov A-Z Adoption Bins Carers Dog mess Environment Fire services Gritting Housing Infrastructure Jobs Kennels Libraries Markets Nurseries #OurDay 🌟 21 November Parks Qualifications Roads Sports Tourism Upkeep Vermin control Water safety X marks the vote Youth clubs Zoos

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1 year

Councils care 🫂 Councils educate📖 Councils lead 🗣️ Councils coordinate👩‍💻 Councils protect💉 Councils cooperate🤝 Councils support 📩 Councils communicate📣 Councils house 🏡 Councils innovate🌱 #SaveLocalServices

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3 years

To all our #LocalGov family and friends, adjusting their own plans and working at speed to support their communities through a very tough Christmas period: thank you. You make a vital difference. #CouncilsCan 🌟

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5 years

As most of us enjoy the bank holiday weekend, we’d like to say a big thank you to the hard-working #localgov staff involved in the #EUelections2019 count and results announcements. #CouncilsCan

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3 years

Act like a Tom or a Harriet. Don't act like a Dick. Great to see #LocalGov and their partners using bold and creative new approaches to reinforce national #COVID19 messages. Well done @LincolnshireEP ! #StayHomeSaveLives | #CouncilsCan

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4 years

Councils are leading their communities in this time of crisis, stretching them to maximum. Govt must fully reimburse #LocalGov for income losses along with #COVID19 cost pressures, so #CouncilsCan play their full part in tackling the unprecedented social & economic task ahead.

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5 years

We encourage everyone to watch tonight's @BBCPanorama . The #crisisincare affects individuals, families and councils nationwide – Govt must start the process of finding a sustainable, long-term funding solution now #FutureofASC #BBCPanorama

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1 year

Councils are often expected to use reserves to plug ongoing budget gaps and #SaveLocalServices . Using reserves is not the solution to the financial pressures councils are facing.  A council reserves 🧵👇

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5 years

🎉 33,558 tweets 👥 10,083 contributors 🌍 26 million reach #️⃣1 UK trend all day #️⃣4 in the world! This year's #OurDay was amazing and that's thanks to you! We are proud to represent you everyday, and we are grateful for everything you do. ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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5 years

We can't thank you enough for all of your excellent content this #OurDay . #Localgov goes above and beyond everyday to keep their communities running and we are so proud to represent you! Here are a few of our favourite posts from today - more to follow tomorrow! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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4 years

THANK YOU to all of our #LocalGov colleagues working tirelessly to keep communities running, caring for vulnerable residents and supporting the NHS. Not one of them? You can help too: #StayHomeSaveLives 💜

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4 years

Today is a special day.. A very happy 100th birthday to the extraordinary @CaptainTomMoore from all of us in local government! #CaptainTom100 🍰 #TomorrowWillBeAGoodDay 💜

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🏗️ The planning system is NOT a barrier to house building. ✔️ In fact, councils approve 9 in 10 #planning applications - but developers haven't keep pace. We are urging Govt to keep planning local 👉 #ReThinkLocal #CouncilsCan

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4 years

#Coronavirus : we have developed a #COVID19 guide for councillors, focusing on issues relevant to their involvement in leading and protecting their local communities, as well as in delivering the full range of normal #LocalGov services. Find out more 👇

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4 years

'We stand with councils in the UK & the world in their work to tackle racism. We must all take part in the much-needed conversation on how to confront & end it. #LocalGov is listening.' Joint statement from our Chairman, Group Leaders & Equalities Lead:

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2 years

"The job of central government is to give councils the powers to be able to deliver". Following her #LGAConf22 plenary, we caught up with @lisanandy on @UKLabour 's vision for #LocalGov .

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2 years

Huge congratulations to our very own @MarkLloydLGA on being awarded a CBE for services to Local Government and Charity in the 2022 #NewYearHonours 🎖 We’re delighted to see his enormous contribution recognised. Very well done Mark & all #LocalGov people in the #NYHonours ! 👏👏👏

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4 years

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4 years

👊🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👇🏿👊🏿 👉🏿👍🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👍🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👍🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👍🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👉🏽👍🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👍🏼👈🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👉🏽👉🏼👍🏻👇🏻👍🏻👈🏼👈🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👉🏽👉🏼 #OurDay 👈🏼👈🏽 👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👉🏽👉🏼👍🏻👆🏻👍🏻👈🏼👈🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👉🏽👍🏼👆🏼👆🏼👆🏼👍🏼👈🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👉🏾👍🏽👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽👍🏽👈🏾👈🏿 👉🏿👍🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👍🏾👈🏿 👊🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👊🏿 You guys ready?

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5 years

Organising elections at short notice is no mean feat – today is another example of #localgov 's incredible ability to deliver vital services under challenging circumstances. A big thank you & good luck to everyone delivering the #EUelections from us at the LGA 🗳️ #CouncilsCan

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6 years

We want to say a BIG thank you to all those #localgov colleagues who are working late nights, early mornings and weekends to make sure our communities stay safe in the ice and snow! (And thanks to @OldhamCouncil for this great photo).

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6 years

"MPs can learn a lot from councillors - they are on the frontline dealing with and solving people's problems" @AngelaRayner MP #LGAConf18

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4 years

Stay healthy, stay safe: keep at least one full @StephenMerchant between you and anyone you don’t live with when you leave the house for exercise or essentials.

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6 years

#Localgov does more than you think! Thanks to all who've contributed to #OurDay . Here's a taster of the day so far but keep sending us your pictures, we're here until midnight! /Hannah

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4 years

#CouncilsCan ! In this uncertain time, council colleagues have once again shown their willingness to go above and beyond for their communities. Many have even been redeployed from their normal roles to make sure essential services continue. This thread is for them 👇

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1 year

How is £1 of council funding spent? 🧵 Councils provide hundreds of services in your area; looking after vulnerable people, keeping the streets clean and running leisure centres. But the future financial sustainability of local services is on a cliff edge.

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4 years

🌳 Councils know that parks are a lifeline for many residents right now. 🌲 They want to keep them open and will only close them as a very last resort. 🙏 Please follow social distancing rules to help them out.

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5 years

Adoption Bins #CouncilsCan Dog mess Education Fire/rescue 🚒 Gritting Housing 🏘️ ℹ️ Jobs Kennels Licensing Museums Nurseries #OurDay Public health 🏃‍♀️ Qualifications Roads Social care 👴🏻 Tourism Upkeep Vermin control Waste ♻️ X marks the vote 🗳️ Youth clubs Zoos

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4 years

Councils are calling for the introduction of smoke-free pavements outside bars, pubs and cafes, as indoor seating is restricted We're urging @UKHouseOfLords peers to support an amendment to the Business and Planning Bill, which would make this possible👇

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3 years

The case for councils to continue to be able to hold meetings flexibly is clear. The decision to not extend the legislation allowing them to do so is extremely disappointing. ICYMI: we're urging Govt to reverse it 👇

LGA statement on virtual council meeting powers not being extended

“Holding face to face council meetings, with supporting staff, could easily involve up to 200 people in one room even before adding in members of the public and reporters. This is likely to be a...

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4 years

Councils face a £5bn funding gap by 2024 - just to maintain today’s service levels. We're calling on Govt to use the #SpendingReview to not only plug this gap, but provide the investment needed for councils to do more for their communities. A #ReThinkLocal THREAD 👇

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3 years

It's very disappointing that this last avenue to allow councils to hold online and hybrid meetings whilst COVID-19 restrictions are still in force has not been successful. Our full response to today's High Court Judgement 👇

LGA responds to High Court Judgement on holding online and hybrid council meetings

“It is very disappointing that this last avenue to allow councils to hold online and hybrid meetings whilst COVID-19 restrictions are still in force has not been successful."

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4 years

Council’s role as leaders of place has been more important than ever during #COVID19 . It's encouraging that we're moving into next phase of tackling the virus. Councils will continue to lead their communities through this crisis as we adapt to this new way of life. #CouncilsCan

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The number of children’s social care placements costing £10,000+ per week has risen by over 1,000% in five years, our survey has found. We’re calling for urgent funding for children’s social care in the upcoming Local Government Finance Settlement. ⬇️🧵 #NCASC23 1/5

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The greatest impacts on health are the circumstances in which we live – an area where #CouncilsCan make the biggest impact. Our new publication demonstrates why the rationale for a #localgov lead in #publichealth remains unchanged 👉 @LGAwellbeing

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2 years

The LGA stands in support and solidarity with the Ukrainian people and our #LocalGov peers. We call on local and regional governments across Europe to endorse @CCRECEMR 's statement, which is open to signature by any councillor 👇 #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

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Over the last year councils have (among many other things): 🧒 looked after 75,000 vulnerable children 🏡 provided homes for 1.6m households 🛣️ managed 23,900 miles of road 📚 issued 180m books #OurDay is a 24h celebration the people making it happen 👇

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5 years

Today we are saying a huge thank you to our chairman @garyportercbe for the years of service he has dedicated to the LGA and local government. Everyone at the LGA would like to wish Gary all the very best for the future. Thanks Gary! 👏

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4 years

We really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really hope everyone working in #localgov will join us in celebrating #OurDay tomorrow 🙏

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3 years

. @AnnaSeverwright @socfuture : 📢 “While social care reform is delayed, it's people's lives that are on hold.” Today marks the start of recess & another parliamentary session without a plan for the #FutureofASC . Our new video series draws on people's lived experience. (1/2)

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Happy #InternationalNursesDay to all the nurses working in #LocalGov (and beyond!): ❤️ Public health nurses 🧡 Family nurses 💛 Care home nurses 💚 School nurses 💙 Health visitors 💜 ...and others You make a massive difference to our communities. Thank you. #CouncilsCan

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“The Local Government Association, on behalf of our councils, are hugely disappointed that measures were not taken today by the Chancellor to plug the huge financial gap that we have in councils.” LGA Chair, @CllrShaunDavies gives our response to today’s #AutumnStatement 📽️👇

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Adoption Broadband #CouncilsCan Dog mess Education Fire safety Gritting Housing Infrastructure Jobs Kennels Libraries Markets Nurseries #OurDay Planning Qualifications Roads Social care Tourism Upkeep Vermin control Waste X marks the vote Youth clubs Zoos

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We know it's sunny. We know heading out to enjoy the weather is tempting. We know that can seem harmless. It's not. Please stay at home. There will be more sunny days. #StayHomeSaveLives 💜

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#CouncilsCan : councils are leading local efforts to support businesses during the #coronavirus outbreak - working to ensure vital @hmtreasury funding can reach them as quickly as possible 💷 In fact, many have already begun distributing money in their area👇

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1 year

Council tax has never been the answer to addressing the financial pressures councils are facing. It raises different amounts of money in different areas, unrelated to need. #SaveLocalServices

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2 years

Holding face-to-face council meetings could easily involve 200 people in one room - before adding in members of the public & reporters. This is an unnecessary public health risk when it's clearly possible to hold formal decision-making meetings remotely.

LGA calls for urgent legislation for remote council meetings in light of Omicron variant

Cllr James Jamieson, Chairman of the Local Government Association, calls for urgent legislation to facilitate councils being able to host remote meetings in light of the Omicron variant.

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“Save Local Services is an urgent plea. An urgent plea to the Chancellor. Don't overlook local government.” Ahead of tomorrow’s #AutumnStatement , Cllr @bevcraig urges the Chancellor to listen to our asks to help councils and #SaveLocalServices ⬇️📽️

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3 years

#SocialCare needs a ‘1948 moment’ to secure its future. As we recover from #COVID19 we need to rethink the value & purpose of social care in the same spirit which led to the creation of @NHSEngland Read our priorities 👉

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5 years

#OnThisDay 100 years ago, the first general election where women could be elected as MPs, and where some women and all men over 21 could vote, was held. But did you know that the first women won the right to vote in local elections as early as 1869? #Vote100 #localgov

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Leisure centres and pools are more than a lifestyle choice, they are a vital service. Without Govt support, it's anticipated that 40% of councils will lose their leisure centres or see reduced services by March alone. #LocalGov needs urgent support now.

Urgent support for public sport and leisure services

Leisure centres and swimming pools are more than a lifestyle choice, they are a vital service, but the sector is facing an extraordinary financial crisis. Without Government support, local leisure...

www.local.gov.uk

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

3 years

As we approach a second national lockdown, we know our member councils and partners will once again step-up to support their communities through what will be a trying time for everyone. #ThankYouLocalGov , your tireless work makes a difference. #CouncilsCan 💜

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 months

We are delighted to announce that Joanna Killian has been appointed as Chief Executive of the Local Government Association. Joanna brings a wealth of experience to ensure we remain a strong, united voice for #LocalGov in the debates that matter ⬇️

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

Adult social care services remain on the pandemic frontline and need parity of esteem with the NHS. We urge Govt to also further address the immediate financial pressures facing the sector. Read our full statement on the announcement on new NHS funding 👉

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

Councils are working hard to reopen public spaces & find safe ways to help people enjoy good weather this summer. However, lives depend on all of us taking personal responsibility for our actions. Some of the scenes we have seen in recent days have been unacceptable (1/6)

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

2 years

As we wave goodbye to 2021, we want to thank all our #LocalGov colleagues who have kept delivering through another extremely challenging year, going above and beyond for their communities. Whatever 2022 brings, we know you will keep showing up. #ThankYouLocalGov 💜

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

“You have been among the unsung heroes of this crisis. We all now know who the key workers really are.” @Keir_Starmer praising the #LocalGov workforce at #LGAConf20 . Full speech 👉 #ReThinkLocal | #CouncilsCan | @LGA_Labour

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

6 years

It's #NationalParksWeek ! Shout out to our members who look after these stunning landscapes - 🐝 @BroadsNP 🦔 @dartmoornpa 🌼 @ExmoorNP 🌈 @lakedistrictnpa 🌞 @northyorkmoors 🍄 @NlandNP 🏕️ @peakdistrict 🍃 @yorkshire_dales 🐎 @newforestdc 🌳 @sdnpa

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

The planning system is NOT a barrier to house building. Over the past 10 years, more than 1 million homes approved by councils are yet to be built. With more powers to step in when building slows, #CouncilsCan help Govt reach national housing targets.

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

❗ The #coronavirus outbreak is a national emergency. 🌳 Parks - a lifeline for anyone needing to get some exercise or fresh air during this time - are generally staying open for now. 🙏 Please respect social distancing rules to help them stay that way.

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

3 years

Across the country, our members have done a tremendous job over the past 8 months. Amazing to see #CouncilsCan trending UK wide 💜

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

🏠 The planning system is NOT a barrier to house building. ✔️ In fact, councils approve 9 in 10 planning applications - but developers haven't keep pace. 🏗️ With the right powers, #CouncilsCan play a key role in tackling our housing shortage.

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

3 years

As the polling stations close, the count begins. Thank you to all #localgov colleagues who have worked around the clock to help millions of people vote today, and will continue to work over the weekend. #ThankYouLocalGov 💜 | #LE2021

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

#OurDay is finally here!!! 🎉🎉🎉 The 24 hour celebration of #localgov starts now... 🗣️👣🌳⚽️🚵‍♀️🚛🚒🏠🏗️🎭🐾🐶🏞️📕

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

3 years

Our polling found that 94% of residents want to see an increase in biodiversity in their area. Nine out of 10 councils have declared a climate emergency and as part of that work have developed projects to protect #biodiversity in their communities. A #BuildBackLocal Thread 🌎⤵️

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

5 years

#CouncilsCan : @NorwichCC ’s eco-friendly council estate, one of the first council housing projects in a generation, has won the prestigious @RIBA #StirlingPrize for architecture 💫 Big congratulations from us and the #localgov family!

Riba Stirling Prize: Norwich council estate wins architecture award

The eco-friendly Goldsmith Estate of 100 homes in Norwich is described as a "pioneering exemplar".

www.bbc.co.uk

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

6 years

We want to say a BIG thank you to all those #localgov colleagues who are working late nights, early mornings and weekends to make sure our communities stay safe in the ice and snow! (And thanks to @OldhamCouncil for this great photo).

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

6 years

❄️ Gritters across the country have been out round the clock, finishing after midnight and starting as early as 4am to help keep main roads clear during the heavy snow and freezing weather ❄️ RT to say THANK YOU! #localgov

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

6 years

#OurDay 🌟 2017 was a smashing success – thank you to everyone who took part & made it the biggest #localgov celebration yet! Until 2018...

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

2 years

Today is #InternationalWomensDay . Empowering women and girls, and preventing violence against them, must be an absolute priority for us all. #LocalGov has an important role to play in putting this into place. 👇

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

3 years

102 years ago the First World War ended, and a new world began. Today, we join #localgov across the country in honouring those who served and sacrificed their lives. #LestWeForget #RemembranceSunday #WeWillRememberThem

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

5 years

🏠 During the 1950's councils built around 147,000 homes per year. Since 2010 councils have built on average just 1,400 homes per year. We believe that #CouncilsCan once again have a key role in building the homes we need: #CouncilHousing100

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

Councils have already seen #coronavirus -related scams, including those targeting vulnerable people in self-isolation. This is absolutely despicable behaviour. If you witness #COVID19 fraud in your area, contact your councils’ Trading Standards team 👉

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

👏🏻👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿 #ClapForOurCarers is now a weekly event! Join in at 8pm tonight for a loud THANK YOU to all NHS staff, carers, teachers, bin collectors, social workers and everyone else on the #coronavirus frontline 💜 👉 @ClapforCarers #ThisIsCare #ThankYouLocalGov

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

THANK YOU @RoyalFamily for highlighting how councils are leading the local response to #coronavirus . From supporting the shielded to collecting bins & promoting mental wellbeing, they are working tirelessly to keep their communities running 💜 #CouncilsCan | #ThankYouLocalGov

The Royal Family

@RoyalFamily

4 years

🧠 As well as the physical needs of their communities, councils are also providing support to those struggling with their mental wellbeing. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek , @LGAcomms is making sure there is always somewhere to turn.

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

As the week comes to an end, we would like to once again thank those #LocalGov colleagues who administered Thursday's General Election - working tirelessly in recent weeks to ensure our democratic process ran so smoothly 👏👏👏 #CouncilsCan

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

4 years

💷 Estimated #COVID19 financial challenge for councils: £10.9bn 💷 Funding provided so far: £3.2bn from Govt, £300m from CCGs 💷 Funding gap: £7.4bn Govt must urgently publish the details of its plan to ensure councils' financial sustainability 👉

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

5 years

9 in 10 councils were forced to spend more money than planned on children’s social care last year. Children’s services face a £3.1 billion funding gap by 2025 just to maintain current service levels. This needs to be a wake-up call. 👉 #gettingthebest

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Local Government Association (LGA)

@LGAcomms

7 years

Councils across the country are sharing a typical 24hrs, follow #OurDay to learn more.

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