Libraries have seen an increase in newly registered users of more than 600 per cent since lockdown measures were introduced.

Councils have been handed new powers to hold public meetings virtually by using video or telephone conferencing technology.

England’s buses will receive a funding boost totalling £397 million to help them continue serving those who rely on them.

As the coronavirus pandemic has worsened, nearly a million people have applied for universal credit benefits in the past fortnight.

Concerns over spiralling household waste have prompted councils to issue a plea to residents to minimise the rubbish they throw away.

The Geospatial Commission has announced that it is increasing the location data available to the public sector across England and Wales.

Robert Jenrick has announced steps to further reform the building safety system to ensure residents are safe in their homes.

The LGA is collaborating with Arts Council England to help support cultural organisations to deal with the current coronavirus situation.

Bristol City Council has commissioned a non-statutory review of services to help Bristol become a more autism-friendly city.

Newcastle has provided minibuses for bin crews to be transported to their collection rounds so that social distancing guidelines can be met.

Councils are being given new powers to support the NHS and increase hospital capacity as Wales responds to the coronavirus pandemic.

The COP26 UN climate change conference set to take place in Glasgow in November has been postponed due to coronavirus.

The new unitary Buckinghamshire Council had come into existence, replacing the existing local councils in the region.

Sport England is making up to £195 million of funding available to help the sport and physical activity sector through the coronavirus crisis.

Anne Longfield has called for an army of volunteers to help support children’s social care during the coronavirus crisis.