LGA Liberal Democrat Group

Campaign Smart to win Local with ALDC ready to go Campaign Packs.

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Do you need support or advice regarding local government reorganisation or devolution?

Look no further- contact the Local Government Association.

This coastline crisis threatens to wreck British summers with people afraid of swimming in the sea due to rampant sewage dumping.

Labour must give the new regulator the powers it needs to hold these water companies accountable for the damage they are doing.

The LGA's regional teams are on hand to support newly elected councillors with:

- bespoke support and advice
- mentoring and support by expert peers
- mediation
- councillor development
- top team development
- access to knowledge-sharing networks

https://orlo.uk/s8cRf

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Are you a new councillor looking to refine your leadership skills and expand your knowledge and networks?

Our councillor hub is your one-stop resource for e-learning, events, and tools to help you succeed in your role:

https://orlo.uk/3q4MB

Liberal Democrat Councillor Ryan Priest discusses being a member peer, and how peer support helps councils move forward with confidence.

Establish your online presence to celebrate community milestones as their Liberal Democrat councillor through:

www.aldc.org/resources/myco...

Purple school exercise book cover that reads: Fair funding The SEND funding system must properly incentivise schools both to accept SEND pupils and to train their staff in best practice for integrated teaching and pastoral care.

Pink school exercise book cover that reads: Early identification and shorter waiting lists Early identification and intervention must be improved, with waiting times for diagnosis, support and therapies cut.

Blue school exercise book cover that reads: Supporting local government Local authorities must be supported better to fund SEND services, including through: The extension of the profit cap in children’s social care to private SEND provision, where many of the same private equity backed companies are active, and National government funding to support any child whose assessed needs exceed a specific cost.

Forest green school exercise book cover that reads: Boosting specialist capacity and improving mainstream provision Capacity in state special provision must be increased, alongside improvements to inclusive mainstream provision, with investment in both new school buildings and staff training.

Yellow school exercise book cover that reads: Putting children and families first Children’s rights to SEND assessment and support must be maintained and the voices of children and young people with SEND and of their families and carers must be at the centre of the reform process.

Messy child's school desk with a spiral notebook in the centre that reads: Our five principles for Send reform

After years of neglect, the SEND system is broken and families have paid the price.

SEND children and their loved ones deserve clarity, better support and a plan that puts children first. 👇

The @assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social has a large number of motions presented to council’s across the country - if you need any inspiration. You can find these at www.aldc.org/category/cou...

Do let us, and ALDC have copies of your motions so we can share them.

Ensure grassroots sports funding reaches community gyms and swimming pools, say sector leaders Leaders from across local government and the fitness and leisure sector are urging the Government to ensure that the £400 million announced in the Spending Review for grassroots sports facilities is d...

LibDem Cllr Liz Green, Chair of the LGA’S Culture, Tourism and Sport Board said “It is positive the Government has announced £400 million for grass roots sports facilities… we are calling for this to be invested via councils, so it can have the impact that delivers”

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Mid Devon wins national praise as it slashes costs and boosts green goals Satisfaction is up, emissions are down, and leisure is booming—Mid Devon’s latest council report shows how progress is thriving even under pressure

Liberal Democrat run Mid Devon wins national praise as it slashes costs and boosts green goals.

www.devonlive.com/news/devon-n...

The agenda for September’s Liberal Democrat Conference has now been published - you can find it at www.libdems.org.uk/a25-agenda

The Liberal Democrats held Barnstaple with Westacott, on North Devon District Council in yesterday’s by-election.

🔶 Liberal Democrat, Josh Rutty - 505, 40.2%
➡️ Reform - 383, 30.5%
🔵 Conservative - 205, 16.3% 
🟢 Green - 154, 13.0%

Congratulations to Councillor Josh Rutty 
and the whole team 🔶

ALDC and LGA Lib Dem Fringes at Autumn Conference We have an amazing programme for fringes and events for you to enjoy if you are attending Autumn Conference in Bournemouth. Here are some dates for your diary.

ALDC and LGA Lib Dems are joining forces at Autumn Conference Bournemouth to bring you 10 exciting fringe events - from policy discussions to social gatherings and more. 📅

www.aldc.org/2025/07/aldc-a...

As #DisabilityPrideMonth comes to an end, we wanted to highlight the Local Government Association's Disabled Councillors Leadership Programme, which is delivered in partnership with Disability Rights UK.

Applications are now open for November's cohort.

www.local.gov.uk/our-support/...

The LGA’s sector support offer saves councils tens of millions annually, delivering high-impact, low-cost programmes that are valued across local government.

In 2024/25, 100% of English councils engaged with at least one type of LGA support.

https://orlo.uk/ViBM8

Do you have elections next year, or 2027? Have you got all your candidates in place?

@assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social's Approval and Selection Toolkit might be of use.

www.aldc.org/guidance-and...

English devolution - first magazine for councillors New legislation requires neighbourhood engagement.

The latest edition of the Local Government Association's first magazine is now online. Read the latest on the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.

By-Elections Toolkit | ALDC: Liberal Democrat Councillors and Campaigners At ALDC we want to make sure that everyone gets the opportunity to vote for a Liberal Democrat at every election - and by-elections are no exception.

Our friends at @assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social have produced a By-Election Toolkit.

Why not have a look, you never know when it might come in handy.

Carl Cashman 👍🔶️

In August, the JSMI Summer School is pleased to welcome @carlcashman.bsky.social. Carl is going to explore the ways mutual & co-op models can spread wealth & power in local communities. www.eventbrite.com/e/radical-li...

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@libdemlocalgov.bsky.social

A big Liberal Democrat welcome to Rother District Councillor Beverley Coupar who has recently joined us from the Independents.

It is not long until Liberal Democrat Conference in Bournemouth.

We, along with ALDC, have an exciting set of fringe and training events. You can see a list at www.aldc.org/2025/07/aldc...

This #DisabilityPrideMonth read how Steve Darling MP used his lived experience to transform council culture in Torbay, raising awareness and working with other Disabled colleagues to reduce barriers for staff and councillors.

www.local.gov.uk/case-studies...

Congratulations to the Lionesses 🦁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏆

Out and about in #Addlestone with North West Surrey Lib Dem colleagues. Lots of conversations and activity going on here as we approach the triple by-election in mid August @assoclibdemcllrs.bsky.social #LibDems @willforster.bsky.social @runnymedelibdems.bsky.social @surreyheathlibdems.bsky.social