Policy Threads

Local Authority Funding Reform

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is reforming how local authorities are funded and governed, including new borrowing powers and long-term funding certainty to support net-zero delivery and local services. The reform addresses fragmented short-term funding cycles that prevent strategic planning, particularly for bus services, disabled facilities grants, and place-based carbon reduction. Bills are progressing to establish clearer statutory duties and sustainable funding mechanisms.

24 Mar 2026 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked

Local Government Best Value

UIN: HCWS1442 This Government is committed to taking the action necessary to fix the foundations of local government. Today, I am updating the House on the steps we are taking to support four councils to recover and reform: Nottingham City …

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11 Nov 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked

Standards for Local Authorities in England

UIN: HLWS1031 My Honourable Friend the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness (Alison McGovern MP) has today made the following statement:This Government is committed to greater devolution and determined to fix the foundations of local government and b...

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3 Jul 2025 | Announcement Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government linked

Local Government Accountability

UIN: HCWS773 Local government delivers over 800 essential services that we all rely on, including to the most vulnerable in society. From shaping local places to supporting community wellbeing, councils directly impact the daily lives of local people, whether they …

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