Information about local government, and the government’s plans from the UK government department who look after them (the Department of Communities and Local Government).

The Local Government Association (LGA) – the organisation that represents local authorities in England and Wales.

Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) – the organisation that represents local authorities in Scotland.

Local Government Chronicle – magazine with news about local government.

The Local Government Ombudsman – pages for young people. The LG Ombudsman deals with complaints about local authorities. Their job is to be impartial and fair.