We are a cross-party network, providing a single national voice for our member councils
We are a cross-party, member-led network, providing a single voice for our member councils
The DCN has submitted a representation to HM Treasury ahead of the 2017 March Budget timetabled for 8 March. Â This response focuses primarily on the greater role districts can play in driving housing and economic growth.
The District Councils’ Network has responded to the Government’s announcement that local elections due to be cancelled...
Government plans to exclude planning authorities from strategic planning could result in confusion and complexity...
The final Local Government Finance Settlement (LGFS) 2026-27 contains good news for district councils. There had been...
Thousands of new council homes could be built after the Government announced it will lift one of the biggest barriers...
We are a cross-party network, providing a single national voice for our member councils
The DCN strives to support our members through influencing national policy, facilitating collaboration and networking, and undertaking research
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