We work with councils and their partners to help create a workforce able to respond to major changes within the public sector.
Covid-19: employment law FAQs 24 March 2020
Read the latest Covid-19 employment law frequently asked questions.
Covid-19: closure of schools 20 March 2020
The purpose of this guidance on closure of schools is to support schools and councils to make decisions and manage the workforce implications for both teachers and school support staff as a result of the closure of their schools by the end of the school day today (20 March) for the foreseeable future for everyone apart from the children of critical workers and the most vulnerable children.
COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS) guidance for employers and local government
The Government has published guidance for employers on advising their staff about coronavirus.
There is also new guidance for professionals who may be involved in advising or providing treatment on the coronavirus to the general public.
In addition, the National Joint Council (NJC) for Local Government Services has issued a circular that provides important advice about coronavirus COVID-19 with particular reference to terms and conditions. To assist the management of school teachers’ absences related to COVID-19, there is a reminder of the current provision set out in the Burgundy Book and further useful information.
The LGA is maintain links with Public Health England (PHE), the Department for Health and Social Care and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local government regarding the evolving situation with the outbreak of Coronavirus. More information on Coronavirus for councils.
School teachers' pay and conditions Q&As
These Q&As on pay and terms & conditions have been formulated by the LGA Schools Sounding Board members who are experienced at applying the Burgundy Book and the STPCD in their authorities.
Pensions made simple
Want to know more about the fantastic pension scheme for local government employees? Watch the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 'Pensions Made Simple' videos.
On 10 April 2019, HM Treasury opened a consultation on draft regulations, Directions and guidance to implement the exit cap. The consultation will run for 12 weeks and closes on 3 July 2019. The LGA has responded ahead of the 3 July deadline:
LGA response to the exit payments cap
Executive summary of LGA response to the exit payments cap
The primary aim of this document is to help senior HR professionals and their teams to develop local action plans for workforce improvement by providing facts and ideas.
E-bulletins
The Modification order
The primary significance of the Order is in relation to redundancy.
21st Century Public Servant
Theory and practice around how our best 21st Century Public Servants operate alongside help for organisations to review job design, workforce planning, organisational culture to support excellent service delivery.
Timewise Councils Initiative
This programme supports organisations to drive cultural change and best practice on flexible working, as a way to retain and attract the best talent, and maximise their performance.