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Joanna Killian retweeted
22 May 2025
We call on @RachelReevesMP to strengthen adult social care and work with the sector to mitigate pressure on councils, providers and charities: orlo.uk/vmhlL
Like and share to show your support.
#SocialCare #LocalGov #ASC
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Joanna Killian retweeted
1 May 2025
Today's the day!
Polling stations across the country are open today, 7am–10pm.
Don’t forget to bring your photo ID or Voter Authority Certificate.
Find your nearest polling station:
orlo.uk/uiAJL
ALT A piece of paper with a cross on it representing a vote is being inserted into a purple voting box on a purple background.
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Joanna Killian retweeted
24 Apr 2025
The #LGAConf25 programme is live! Join us 1–3 July in Liverpool.
Dame Angela Eagle MP, Cllr Liam Robinson, Pete Gladwell, and 100 more will shape the conversation.
Book now: orlo.uk/vpOUI
#LGAConf25 #LocalGov @angelaeagle @liamrobinson24 @petegladwell
ALT Promotional banner for the Local Government Association (LGA) Annual Conference and Exhibition 2025, taking place from 1st to 3rd July in Liverpool. Features the event theme 'Empowering people, empowering places' on a vibrant pink and orange gradient background with abstract circular line designs. Includes the LGA and CCLA logos, highlighting CCLA as a gold supporter. Website link: local.gov.uk/conference
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Joanna Killian retweeted
22 Apr 2025
A very warm welcome to @newman_andrea, who joins the LGA today as Director of Communications and Engagement! 👋
Andrea brings with her extensive comms experience across board-level, national and local government environments, including over six years at Surrey County Council.
ALT Andrea Newman looks into the camera and smiles.
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Joanna Killian retweeted
4 Mar 2025
Public sector transformation starts here! Joanna Killian, chief exec at @LGAcomms reveals the strategic vision for modernising local government. #MJFutureForum - insights you can't afford to miss! #LocalGovReform
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14 Feb 2025
Today, @LGAcomms published our #SpendingReview submission to @hmtreasury demonstrating how councils play a vital role in reform & growth.
But councils could face a funding gap of more than £8bn over the next 3 years: local.gov.uk/about/news/spen…
#LocalGovTogether
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14 Feb 2025
This gap must be addressed if we are to deliver on growth and continue providing vital services.
Read our full letter to the Chancellor and submission: local.gov.uk/about/campaigns…
#SpendingReview #LocalGovTogether
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New LGA analysis has found that councils could face a funding gap of more than £8 billion by 2028/29 without adequate investment.
LGA Chair @weezegee spoke to @BBCr4today about the impact this could have on services and council budgets. 1/2
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Joanna Killian retweeted
14 Feb 2025
Councils in England could face a £8bn funding gap by 2028/29.
If this gap isn't addressed in the #SpendingReview, crucial local services and growth opportunities could be at risk.
Here’s why this matters 👇
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ALT Councils in England could face an £8bn funding gap by 2028/29
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Joanna Killian retweeted
13 Jan 2025
Since the publication of the Devolution White Paper, we’re engaging with members of all types & views, reviewing our support offer to ensure we can help them at pace & scale.
Read our latest statement from Chair Cllr Louise Gittins @weezegee local.gov.uk/about/news/devo… #LocalGov
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Joanna Killian retweeted
5 Dec 2024
#ChangeNHS is a major opportunity for the #LocalGov sector to help shape the Ten-Year Plan for Health.
Our submission makes the case for a standalone plan for adult social care, without it the NHS will struggle to achieve its ambitions.
Read it now👇
orlo.uk/8wHo3
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5 Dec 2024
I was delighted to chat with Rebecca Davis, Chief Exec @WMEmployers for an episode of ‘Public Sector I HEART You ‘Unplugged’. 🎙️
We covered everything from leadership, my own journey in the public sector and the vital role of #LocalGov for communities. 👇
youtu.be/G0pu_Y2RtKk?feature…
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Joanna Killian retweeted
29 Nov 2024
The deadline for organisations to submit a response to the #ChangeNHS portal is Monday 2 December.
Read our emerging response and how you can be part of the conversation to shape the #FutureOfTheNationsHealth on our website ↩️
orlo.uk/D6VNZ
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28 Nov 2024
A really worthwhile opportunity to contribute to our finance policy work with local government! This is particularly important in the run-up to the Spending Review as we make the case for our sector & policy changes to benefit councils.
Please do share and apply below 👇
28 Nov 2024
We're looking for 3x finance advisers with strong analytic and Excel skills to undertake complex analysis and interpret financial data to understand the the impact of #LocalGov finance policies on councils.
Apply by 13 Dec: jobtrain.co.uk/lga/displayjo…
ALT LGA logo on a purple background with white text that reads 'Job vacancy' The text 'Adviser - Local Government Finance' appears in a web search bar.
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Joanna Killian retweeted
1 Nov 2024
1/2 Tour de force by @PollyVernon manages to take in cultural acceptance of #DomesticAbuse and the way our “stranger danger” narrative feeds it, *and* show forcefully how unequal-access our public spaces are. Paywall sorry but too good not to tweet
thetimes.com/article/80c0a64…
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Joanna Killian retweeted
31 Oct 2024
Last week, we heard from the fantastic @FatimaWh1tbread at the #LGAConf24, who shared her experience of being in care and spoke powerfully about what more is needed to support care leavers.
#CareLeaversWeek #Localgov
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28 Oct 2024
RT @JimfromOldham: After an inspiring week with councillors and officials across local government I want to thank everyone at @LGAcomms #LG…
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Joanna Killian retweeted
28 Oct 2024
"It's time for a new, equal & respectful partnership between local & central government,” says LGA Chair Louise Gittins.
Last week #LGAConf24 played host to the inaugural Leaders’ Council. It will help ensure #LocalGov can deliver on issues that matter most to local communities.
ALT A wide shot of attendees of the inaugural Leaders' Council line up and look at the camera in a large room.
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24 Oct 2024
I couldn’t have put it better myself. What an invigorating three days in Harrogate!
Thank you to our member councils, partners, stakeholders, exhibitors, and everyone else.
I hope to see so many of you again next year in Liverpool.
24 Oct 2024
"I found it an inspirational three days. We heard from the best from #LocalGov of all the fantastic things you are doing up and down the country."
In her closing speech, LGA Chair Louise Gittins @weezegee perfectly sums up #LGAConf24.
Thank you to everyone and lovely Harrogate!
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