As widely reported in the media, there has been a marked increase in reported incidents of domestic abuse during lockdown. The workplace is often considered a place of safety, where a victim may feel able to ask for help. The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) and the Equality & Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
Local Government secretary, Robert Jenrick MP, announced yesterday (2nd July) that more cash will be available for local councils to assist with meeting the financial shortfall created by the pandemic. Details on allocation of the funds however are yet to be announced. The SLCC and colleagues at NALC are engaged with MCHLG in pushing for
Julie James AC/AM, Minister for Housing and Local Government has responded to the letter sent by SLCC Chief Executive Rob Smith, which highlights the significant financial impact that the current pandemic is having on local councils and requests that money provided by central government is used to support town, parish and community councils as well
