03/01/2019

Connected Communities – Tackling Loneliness and Social Inclusion.pdf – Jan-2019

Welsh Local Government Association response to Welsh Government consultation on connected communities - tackling loneliness and social isolation.

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02/01/2019

Inquiry into the future development of Transport for Wales.pdf – Jan-2019

Welsh Local Government Association evidence to the Economy, Infrastructure and Skills Committee inquiry into the future development of Transport for Wales.

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02/01/2019

WLGA Briefing – Driving improvements in services for Autistic People in Wales.pdf – Jan-2019

WLGA Briefing “Driving Improvements in Services for Autistic People in Wales” provides some insight into the considerable amount of work which is being undertaken across Wales, in support of people with autism and the parents, carers and families of autistic individuals and children with autism.

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02/01/2019

SHEP Match Funding Application Form 2019.doc – Jan-2019

The Welsh Government intends to fund SHEP in 2018/2019 and 2019/2020 with £500,000 allocated per year in the draft budget. The Welsh Local Government Association will continue to coordinate the roll out by working closely with local authorities and partner agencies. This form must be completed during or following your initial Local Steering Group Meeting and requires sign up from representatives of your local authority, local health board and programme schools (see Appendix 1 SHEP Timeline).

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01/01/2019

Outcome Report – WLGA Delegation Visit to Cornwall – Brexit: Local Government Preparedness and Post-Brexit Implications for Regional and Rural Economies.pdf – Jan-2019

This visit was organised with Cornwall Council to exchange views and intelligence on Local Government Brexit preparedness; the UK Government’s proposals for Fisheries, Agriculture and Rural Development; European relations post-Brexit; and current thinking on emerging proposals for regional development funding and policy (replacing EU funds).

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03/12/2018

Welsh Government’s progress in developing the new Curriculum for Wales (WLGA/ADEW).pdf – Dec-2018

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03/12/2018

Welsh Government’s progress in developing the new Curriculum for Wales (WLGA/ADEW).pdf – Dec-2018

Welsh Local Government Association / Association of Directors of Education in Wales response to the National Assembly for Wales Children, Young People and Education Committee consultation - Welsh Government's progress in developing the new Curriculum for Wales.

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02/12/2018

Inquiry into the role of arts and culture in addressing poverty and social exclusion.pdf – Dec-2018

Welsh Local Government Association response to the Culture, Welsh Language and Communications Committee's consultation on the role of arts and culture in addressing poverty and social exclusion.

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26/11/2018

WLGA Briefing – Brexit Scrutiny Questioning Guide.pdf – Nov-2018

WLGA Briefing for local authority scrutiny committees to help with preparations for the implications of Brexit.

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02/11/2018

Inquiry into electric vehicle charging in Wales.pdf – Nov-2018

Welsh Local Government Association evidence to the Economy, Infrastructure and Skills Committee inquiry into electric vehicle charging in Wales.

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02/11/2018

YOUTH WORK IN WALES – PRINCIPLES AND PURPOSES.pdf – Nov-2018

The main objective of the document is to set out the key principles which underpin youth work and to provide an overview of its nature, purposes and delivery. The content of the document applies specifically to youth work in Wales but is likely to be consistent with youth work principles, purposes and practice in other parts of the UK and in the Republic of Ireland.

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01/11/2018

Trading Standards at Your Council – A Member’s Handbook 2018 (WHoTS).pdf – Nov-2018

The Handbook has been produced by the Wales Heads of Trading Standards (WHOTS) to help local Council Members understand the key role of their Trading Standards service.

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