Local Government Bodies

The Local Government Information Unit (LGIU) is an independent policy and research think-tank supported by more than 150 local authorities and local government trade unions. It provides information, policy briefings, advice, training and a lobbying service for local government.

The New Local Government Network (NLGN) is an independent think tank which seeks to transform public services, revitalise local political leadership and empower local communities. NLGN works closely with individual local authorities, national agencies, central government and the private sector to promote ideas about how these objectives can be achieved in practice.

The Local Government Association (LGA) represents all of the local authorities in England and Wales. The LGA’s mission is to promote better local government, act as a voluntary lobbying organisation on behalf of members and give practical advice and guidance on policy.

The Chief Leisure Officers Association (CLOA) is the professional association for strategic leaders involved in public sector cultural and leisure services. It works with central government and other national organisations to influence the development of national policies, lobby for positive change, and provide a peer-support network.