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Department of Communities and Local Government
- Responsible for UK provision of fire services and emergency planning for major incidents. Also has responsibility for housing, local government, planning, sustainable development, and regional Government Offices in England.
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ADEPT
- Formerly the County Surveyors’ Society (CSS); now represents and advises local authority chief officers on issues related to vital infrastructure, including transport, waste management, environment, planning, energy and economic development.
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APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence)
- Membership organisation formed to promote excellence in public services in local authorities across the UK; information about their services, events, research, and regional network.
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FixMyStreet
- A map based application allowing people to report to their local authority about local problems needing attention (like graffiti, fly tipping, broken paving slabs, or street lighting).
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Institute Of Licensing
- A professional organisation serving and supporting licensing authorities in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland (including district, metropolitan and county councils, the police and central government departments).
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LG Improvement and Development (formerly the IDeA)
- Works with councils in England and Wales to develop good practice; provides a guide to their programmes, support networks, online communities of practice, and web resources.
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Local Government Information Unit (LGiU)
- A think tank and membership organisation committed to strengthening local democracy; includes details of membership, policy briefings, events and contacts.
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Local Government Pension Scheme
- Official guide to the nationwide scheme administered locally through regional pension funds. Includes information for employers and for members.
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Local Government Regulation (formerly LACORS)
- The local government central body responsible for overseeing local authority regulatory and related services; provides information about their role and remit, with an a-to-z of their services.
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The Local Government Technical Advisers Group (TAG)
- Provides advice and support to technical professionals employed by local authorities directly or indirectly; includes membership, meetings and minutes, contacts, bulletin, and links.
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Localis
- Independent local government think tank presents research and reports.
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Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers (SOLACE)
- A representative body for senior strategic managers working in the public sector, aiming to promote excellence in public service; information about membership, structure, and services.
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Society of Local Council Clerks
- A professional body for local council clerks in England and Wales; with details of membership and benefits, information about training and professional development, news, and contacts.
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