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A reminder that tobacco & vape law changes start 29 October 2026.
It will be an offence:
- to sell vaping or nicotine products to under-18s
- for adults to buy them for under-18s.
Vending machines dispensing tobacco, vape or nicotine products will be banned.
ALT A shop sign with the text 'VAPES & TOBACCO' and a graphic of a cigarette below it.
The October edition of first is out now :
• Debate not hate: abuse of members
• Young voices: engaging children in scrutiny
• Local knowledge: 30 years of Welsh councils
• Pivotal moment on adult social care.
👉orlo.uk/m3Uyf
Unpaid carer Steve Duckett reflects on more than 25 years of caring and why adult social care reform must move beyond politics and focus on delivering a sustainable future for everyone.
Watch full episode: orlo.uk/2VcEb
Our report, Leading digital integration for better health & wellbeing, highlights councils’ vital role in joining up digital health & care under England’s 10-Year Health Plan.
Councils & the NHS should be equal partners to ensure digital reform succeeds.
local.gov.uk/about/news/digi…
The report, produced in conjunction with PPL, finds that data sharing and interoperability are the biggest practical barriers to digital and data reform.
Read the full report online 👇local.gov.uk/publications/le…
🏆 2026 Apprentice of the Year winner Leena Futter says the experience helped her think more creatively, tackle challenges differently and develop new skills.
Could your apprentice be next?
Read more and find out about #LGApprentice2027 👇
orlo.uk/9dngd
Public service reform is back on the agenda.
Join the LGA and NHS Alliance to discuss how a renewed Total Place approach can improve services and outcomes for communities.
4th November, 2pm-3.15pm
Register now: orlo.uk/gxFfd
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Local Government Association (LGA) retweeted
October is Black History Month and there’s lots happening in Manchester - from lectures and exhibitions to gigs and spoken word.
Find out more at orlo.uk/rFGdX
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2026 #HonouringOurCommunities
ALT An exhibition space featuring large portrait banners of Black individuals from the 'Portrait of Black Britain' project.
ALT Two paintings on easels in a library, with a 'Black History Month Exhibition' sign on a yellow pedestal between them.
ALT Shirley May portrait
ALT Two framed paintings on easels displayed in front of a large window, each accompanied by an information placard.
Local Government Association (LGA) retweeted
.@bushtheatre hosted a special Black History Month film screening and Q&A on Friday, with H&F Mayor @CllrHolder and actor Colin McFarlane in attendance.
They screened 'Painted', a powerful documentary featuring four members of the Windrush generation sharing their stories.
Local Government Association (LGA) retweeted
We are excited to support a programme of events taking place throughout October to mark Black History Month, including
crafts, community celebrations, exhibitions, poetry, an afro hair fayre, portrait workshops, film & more: orlo.uk/ryHMz
#HonouringOurCommunities
ALT A black and white photo of women and children playing drums, with text on the right reading Black History Month 2026.
Rising demand is putting vital council services under increasing pressure.
Since 2019/20, spending has rise by:
• 42.3% in children’s care
• 29.9% in adult social care
• 170.1% in homelessness services
The Autumn Budget must act to meet this demand.
local.gov.uk/parliament/brie…
We're hosting a webinar for councillors on Tuesday 10 November, 10.30am–12.00pm, to help you understand your role in preparing for, responding to and recovering from severe weather.
Be weather aware and book your place:
orlo.uk/v428D
#LocalGov
We stand with bereaved families in recognising the human cost of the pandemic. We continue to work with government, our members, and partners to ensure that lessons of Covid-19 are acted upon.
Our response to the Covid Inquiry module six report 👇
local.gov.uk/about/news/covi…
Local Government Association (LGA) retweeted
🎥 @CllrNROliver - Chair of @LGAChildren - tells @SkyNews "every child irrelevant of where they live deserves to thrive" following today's Childhood Lottery report from @ChildrensComm
Local Government Association (LGA) retweeted
As this data shows, every area has different challenges which no single organisation can tackle alone
Local partners must work together to make sure that all children and families get the support they need, when they need it
Read our statement⬇️
local.gov.uk/about/news/chil…
Today I launch my landmark dataset: The Childhood Lottery.đź“Ť
Children feel it's harder to grow up in some places than others. Now I've brought together the evidence showing what a child’s experience is like in every postcode.
Full report👉🏼 childrenscommissioner.gov.uk…
Reminder: tomorrow's free data masterclass for chief executives covers how better data use can transform services and improve outcomes. (Tues 20 October)
Places are limited and allocated first come, first served, so register today if you have not already.
Link in comments.
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Join us for #ncasc26 in Liverpool, from Wednesday 11 until Friday 13 November.
Three days of expert insight, discussion and connection, with colleagues from across children’s and adult services and a host of key speakers.
Book your spot: orlo.uk/Ga9QG
ALT Promotional graphic for the National Children and Adult Services Conference 2026 in Liverpool, 11-13 November.
đźŽCan theatre help councils codesign policy with residents?
Our new Legislative Theatre podcast explores how cultural service approaches can bring communities into policymaking.
🎧 Listen: orlo.uk/CGHGL
Funded by Arts Council England (@ace_national)
Join our next public health webinar on 22 October, 12–1 pm, to hear about the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health’s flagship State of Child Health work.
Gain insights into the findings and learn what needs to happen nationally and locally.
orlo.uk/tTG2t
ALT Four children playing and throwing autumn leaves in the air, smiling and laughing.