Policy Area
Local government
The government is giving local councils more power to decide how to spend public money in their areas so they can meet local people’s needs. At the same time, the government is helping to make sure Council Tax payers get value for money by making councils more transparent and accountable.
Announcements
Consultations
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Local government pension scheme regulations
- Consultation outcome
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Business rates in multi-occupied properties
- Consultation outcome
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Business rates relief for new fibre on telecommunication hereditaments
- Consultation outcome
Publications
Statistics
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Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2018 to 2019 (revised)
- National Statistics
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Quarterly bus statistics: October to December 2017
- National Statistics
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National non-domestic rates collected by councils in England: forecast for 2018 to 2019
- Official Statistics
Detailed guides
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Removing abandoned shopping trolleys: council powers
How councils can deal with abandoned shopping and luggage trolleys, including who to consult, disposal and claiming costs. Read more
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Council powers to control leafleting causing a litter problem
How councils can control leafleting which is causing a litter problem, the places and leaflets that are exempt and the fees they can charge. Read more
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Parish councils: change or revoke a dog control order
How parish councils can change or revoke an existing dog control order and the changes they can make. Read more
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Local authorities and the Green Deal
Guidance for local authorities in delivering the Green Deal and the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) in their communities. Read more
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How to get ethnic minority employment data
Guidance for local government and employers who need data on ethnic minority employment to set targets and monitor improvement in local areas. Read more