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DCN UPDATES

‘Ban on no-fault evictions could ease homelessness’

The District Councils’ Network has welcomed the Government’s announcement that it is to proceed with the Renters’ Reform Bill. DCN...
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District Bulletin: Our departing members’ legacy will live on

In this District Councils’ Network email: SAM CHAPMAN-ALLEN: Our departing members’ legacy will live on MUST READS: Our round-up of...
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‘Unworkable madness’​: DCN concerns about waste reform spark media interest

'Unworkable madness'​: DCN concerns about waste reform spark media interest DCN concerns over the possible imposition of strict restrictions on...
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North Kesteven: Health and wellbeing Third Sector Grant

The project The council has set up a grant in partnership with the Lincolnshire Community Foundation.  It is aimed at...
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North Kesteven: Climate Emergency Action Plan

The project The council has developed a reactive and evolving Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP), which it is reviewing quarterly...
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WHO WE ARE

The District Councils’ Network (DCN) is a cross-party member led network of 166 councils. We are a Special Interest Group of the Local Government Association (LGA), and provide a single voice for all district services within the Local Government Association.

District councils in England deliver 86 out of 137 essential local government services to over 19 million people – over a third of the population – and cover almost 50% of the country by area.

District councils have a proven track record of building better lives and stronger economies in the areas that they serve. Districts provide 30% of England’s GDP, with 34% of all businesses registered in our areas. This includes almost 50% of agricultural businesses. Districts protect and enhance quality of life by safeguarding our environment, promoting public health and leisure, whilst creating attractive places to live, raise families and build a stronger economy. By tackling homelessness and promoting wellbeing, district councils ensure no one gets left behind by addressing the complex needs of today whilst attempting to prevent the social problems of tomorrow.

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@districtcouncil

- 2 days ago

Great visit to @NWLeics for the @districtcouncil team to see regeneration in action in Coalville. Including the fantastic new leisure centre 👇Thanks to @NWLeics_CEO and team for hosting and laying on the sunshine! https://t.co/AakKxpLAER
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@districtcouncil

- 4 days ago

... however, many facilities are provided on behalf of councils by external providers, and it would be unfortunate if these councils' communities missed out.
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@districtcouncil

- 4 days ago

It's welcome news that VAT is to be scrapped on in-house council gym membership, helping councils to provide facilities that boost health and fitness affordably for their communities... Legal ruling scraps VAT on gym memberships for councils in the UK (https://t.co/j78Fy87b2Z)
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@districtcouncil

- 6 days ago

@districtcouncil is hiring! We’re looking for two senior policy officers to help take DCN to the next level. These roles offer a great mix of policy, research, comms and delivery. Really exciting time to join DCN. Take a look and spread the word 👇👇https://t.co/eLTwoEqbJy
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