Improvement and Development Agency for local government (IDeA)

The IDeA works for local government improvement so councils can serve people and places better. It is owned by the Local Government Association and belongs to local government.

What you can find here on the IDeA website:

• About us – who we are and what we do
• Services – information about our services and programmes of work
• Knowledge – the latest good practice we’ve gathered from the sector
• Networking – online discussion forums and communities of practice

Knowledge: latest additions

• Respect and Protect Last updated 1 July 2009

  In this new campaign, all councils are being offered free posters aimed at boosting the image of the social work profession, and encouraging the respect social workers deserve.

  

• IDeA at the LGA Annual Conference 2009 Last updated 1 July 2009

  The IDeA is currently running debates and interactive workshops on topics ranging from a woman's place in local government to the effect of the recession on public health.

  

• Local Government Challenge Last updated 1 July 2009

  The LGA Group, in partnership with the Local Government Channel, is looking for the next generation of top local government executives. Apply now for this exciting new competition.

  

• Setting the Pace: sector-led help consultation paper Last updated 3 July 2009

  Do you think councils should take responsibility for their own improvement? Don't miss your last chance to contribute to the debate – the deadline for responses has been extended to 3 July.