Press Releases - Posts in Category: Local Democracy and Governance

BLOG: Rethinking local recovery in Wales

by Councillor Andrew Morgan, Leader of WLGA

Our lives have changed dramatically over the course of the crisis. Our daily experiences have been altered in ways unimaginable only a few months ago by restrictions and measures necessary to control the spread of the virus. But lockdown has not... read more

Monday, 27 July 2020 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance Local Government Reform News

New WLGA Leader appointed

Cllr Andrew Morgan, Leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council has been appointed as WLGA Leader at the WLGA Council meeting (29th November 2019), following the introduction of former Leader Baroness Wilcox of Newport to the House of... read more

Friday, 06 December 2019 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

UK Council leaders agree joint action on standards in public life

Leaders from the UK’s four Local Government Associations met at the UK Forum in Cardiff on the 5th November to discuss common priorities and agree a shared programme of action promoting greater civility in public life. Welcoming colleagues,... read more

Friday, 08 November 2019 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

Consultation period extended for South East Wales sensory and communication support service review

Extra time has been given for an independent review into the delivery of South East Wales’ regional sensory and communication service to gather more evidence from relevant stakeholders. Known as SENCOM, the service is currently delivered... read more

Tuesday, 16 July 2019 Categories: Improvement and Performance Local Democracy and Governance News

WLGA Leader urges councillors to make a stand against intimidation and abuse in public life

Leader of the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA), Councillor Debbie Wilcox, has today warned of the rise in threats and intimidation of elected members. Speaking at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference in Bournemouth,... read more

Wednesday, 03 July 2019 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

WLGA Statement: Leader pays tribute to Cllr Aaron Shotton

Responding to Cllr Aaron Shotton’s earlier statement confirming his intention to step down as Leader of Flintshire County Council, Cllr Debbie Wilcox (Newport), WLGA Leader said: “I should like to pay tribute and thank Aaron for his valuable... read more

Thursday, 04 April 2019 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

WLGA congratulates new First Minister

Congratulating Mark Drakeford AM on his confirmation as the new First Minister of Wales, WLGA Leader Councillor Debbie Wilcox (Newport) said: “On behalf of the WLGA and local government in Wales, I warmly congratulate Mark Drakeford AM on his... read more

Thursday, 13 December 2018 Categories: Local Democracy and Governance News

Welcome to the Welsh Local Government Association