Briefings and responses

This stocktake is a positive opportunity to review current services and make sure that the system is working as well as possible, and in particular we appreciate the constructive dialogue that the DfE has already instigated with the sector.

The High Needs National Funding Formula (NFF) proposals will be in place for at least four years, according to the Stage 2 consultation documents. Therefore, it is essential that the NFF provides a robust and equitable method of funding provision and services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and vulnerabilities.

The LGA is deeply concerned about the ability of schools and councils to implement reductions in funding in the proposed one year of the ‘soft' funding formula in 2018-19.

Key summary points and briefings for local government on the Child and Social Work Bill.

Councils, working with central government, national partners and regional bodies, have shown great leadership in building additional capacity for children from the Calais camp at fast pace

Key summary points and briefings for local government on the National Citizen Service Bill.

Finding loving homes for children is one of the most important jobs that councils do.

Every resident has the right to a good quality of life, and to aspire to improve their circumstances regardless of their background or where they live.

Data shows that council-maintained schools receive better Ofsted ratings, and improve more quickly, than academy schools.

There is clear evidence that where people are born into or experience poverty, it significantly impacts on their life chances.