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"Councils as leaders of place have a huge role to play in delivering place-based solutions that reflects the unique needs of their communities and geographies."

It is positive that children and young people’s overall activity levels have remained stable across 2022-23.

A fresh approach is needed to sustain culture services in the future.

The Local Government Association has today published seven original articles from leading policy thinkers exploring the future of local publicly funded cultural services and devolution.

The infographics reveal that, while local government is the largest single biggest funder of culture, this investment remains under threat due to the multitude of funding steams as well as the system for funding bids.

Investment in parks and green spaces is not only a cost-effective way to promote and improve health and wellbeing, but is a priority for all councils.

Government must take action in the Spending Review to put council funding on a sustainable footing and ensure that they can continue to deliver a wide range of services to their communities.

"The Government must consider further support for advice services like the BIPC network alongside bespoke finance options that help businesses to access finance and growth advice."

“Councils stand ready to support their communities to be active and stay healthy.

“We endorse the clear recognition of Arts Council England’s vital, ongoing role in supporting local culture alongside councils.