Local Government Association

The Local Government Association (LGA)is a membership organisation. It works on behalf of councils to ensure local government has a strong, credible voice with national government and aims to “influence and set the political agenda on the issues that matter to councils so they are able to deliver local solutions to national problems.” The web site includes recent press releases as well as briefings and responses to Bills relevant to local government. Within the “Parliament” section there are legislation guides which summarise the impact of legislation on local government and the work of the LGA in influencing the legislation as it proceeds through Parliament. LGA publications can also be downloaded from the site. The “Topics” section brings together various materials on numerous topics.