http://wales.gov.uk/topics/localgovernment/ Welsh Assembly latest news and events http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/programme-promote-local-democracy/?lang=en Lesley Griffiths today set out her programme to promote open and transparent Local Authorities. Tue, 14 May 2013 16:18:47 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/programme-promote-local-democracy/?lang=en 2013-05-14T16:18:47Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/diversity-of-councillors-in-wales/?lang=en More needs to be done to ensure County and Community Councils better reflect the communities they serve, Local Government Minister, Lesley Griffiths said today. Fri, 03 May 2013 14:26:53 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/diversity-of-councillors-in-wales/?lang=en 2013-05-03T14:26:53Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/anti-poverty-champions/?lang=en The Welsh Government has asked all 22 councils across Wales to create new ‘Anti-Poverty Champions’ to help the poorest in society and protect those most at risk of poverty and exclusion. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/anti-poverty-champions/?lang=en 2013-04-18T07:00:00Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130403-council-tax-support/?lang=en From 1 April council tax reduction schemes will operate in Wales to assist households in paying their council tax bills. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:29:00 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130403-council-tax-support/?lang=en 2013-04-03T15:29:00Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130306-council-response-aud-report/?lang=en Carl Sargeant, has today asked Caerphilly Council what action it plans to take to deal with the recommendations in the Auditor General for Wales’ Public Interest Report. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:09:11 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130306-council-response-aud-report/?lang=en 2013-03-06T14:09:11Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130228-councils-shared-course-on-highways/?lang=en Local government leaders agreed on 22nd February to work together on an ambitious long term plan to restructure the way that highway and transport services are delivered in Wales. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:56:28 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130228-councils-shared-course-on-highways/?lang=en 2013-02-28T09:56:28Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130221-anglesey-intervention/?lang=en Local Government Minister, Carl Sargeant said today that he hopes to end his intervention in the running of Anglesey Council in May. Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:39:14 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130221-anglesey-intervention/?lang=en 2013-02-21T15:39:14Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130129funding-to-improve-democracy-in-councils/?lang=en Carl Sargeant announced today that he is providing £1.25 million to county and county borough councils across Wales to improve local democracy and public engagement. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:46:38 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/130129funding-to-improve-democracy-in-councils/?lang=en 2013-01-29T09:46:38Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/council-tax-benefits/?lang=en People eligible for council tax support in Wales will continue to receive their full entitlement thanks to an additional £22m fund announced by the Local Government Minister. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:29:42 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2013/council-tax-benefits/?lang=en 2013-01-17T16:29:42Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121129lgbb/?lang=en The first Welsh Government Bill passed under the National Assembly for Wales’ new law-making powers has received Royal Assent. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:18:01 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121129lgbb/?lang=en 2012-11-29T12:18:01Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121126locdembill/?lang=en A Bill that aims to improve democratic processes concerning local government has been laid before the National Assembly for Wales. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:13:14 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121126locdembill/?lang=en 2012-11-26T15:13:14Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121016localauthorityfunding/?lang=en Local Government Minister, Carl Sargeant today delivered on his pledge to increase local authority cash funding over the four-year spending review but warned that tough times lie ahead. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:47:07 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121016localauthorityfunding/?lang=en 2012-10-16T14:47:07Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121004byelaws/?lang=en A Bill to simplify and localise procedures for making and enforcing Welsh local authority Byelaws is lawful, the Counsel General, Theodore Huckle QC will argue before the UK’s highest court next week. Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:15:15 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/121004byelaws/?lang=en 2012-10-04T16:15:15Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120925anglesey/?lang=en Local Government Minister, Carl Sargeant announced today that he is beginning to withdraw the Commissioners he appointed to run the Isle of Anglesey County Council. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:18:45 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120925anglesey/?lang=en 2012-09-25T15:18:45Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120719laperformancedata/?lang=en A publication highlighting key performance data with a citizen focus for each of the 22 local authorities in Wales has been launched Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:26:58 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120719laperformancedata/?lang=en 2012-07-19T14:26:58Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/6367869/?lang=en Local Government Minister, Carl Sargeant has called on councillors across Wales to commit to a culture of genuine partnership. Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:25:24 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/6367869/?lang=en 2012-06-14T12:25:24Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120517localdemocracy/?lang=en White Paper seeks views on proposals to improve local democracy Thu, 17 May 2012 09:20:55 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120517localdemocracy/?lang=en 2012-05-17T09:20:55Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120515boundarycommission/?lang=en Carl Sargeant, the Minister for Local Government and Communities has announced three appointments to the Local Government Boundary Commission for Wales. Tue, 15 May 2012 15:50:10 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120515boundarycommission/?lang=en 2012-05-15T15:50:10Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/6055733/?lang=en Local Government Minister Carl Sargeant has outlined his plans to phase out Welsh Government intervention in Anglesey Council. Wed, 09 May 2012 13:26:40 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/6055733/?lang=en 2012-05-09T13:26:40Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120329lscollaboration/?lang=en Data that will help public services work together to deliver local services that meet the needs of individuals and communities across Wales have been published. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:31:27 GMT http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120329lscollaboration/?lang=en 2012-03-29T13:31:27Z http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/localgovernment/2012/120206counciltax/?lang=en The Welsh Government has opened a consultation on proposals to provide support for those who need help with their Council Tax bill. 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