10 June 2026 | JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, London

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The LGC Awards are the most prestigious celebration of excellence in local government, recognising the councils, teams, partnerships and individuals delivering outstanding outcomes for communities across the UK.

From service transformation and innovation to community leadership and partnership working, the awards shine a spotlight on the achievements making a real difference to places and people.

For 2027, our categories have been refreshed to reflect the priorities shaping the sector today, including strategic authorities, climate action, digital impact and public service improvement. Judged by an expert panel of senior leaders and specialists, the awards remain one of the most rigorous and respected benchmarks of success in local government.

Whether you're delivering pioneering projects, driving organisational change or achieving exceptional results for residents, entering the LGC Awards is an opportunity to gain national recognition, celebrate your achievements and share best practice across the sector.

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Why enter?

Enter to:

  • Showcase innovation, leadership and excellence within your organisation
  • Gain recognition from senior leaders, peers and the wider local government sector
  • Benchmark your work against the very best councils, teams and partnerships across the UK
  • Demonstrate the impact of your projects, services and initiatives
  • Celebrate the achievements of your staff and recognise their hard work and dedication
  • Raise your organisation’s profile and share best practice across the sector
  • Strengthen staff engagement, pride and morale
  • Highlight your commitment to delivering better outcomes for residents and communities
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Winning an LGC Award is one of the highest accolades in local government. Beyond celebrating your achievements on a national stage, being recognised can deliver lasting benefits for your organisation, your teams and the communities you serve.

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Judges

Our judging panel brings together senior leaders, sector experts and respected voices from across local government and beyond, alongside previous LGC Awards winners.

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Highlights of the LGC Awards 2026

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A well-organised and inspiring event that brought partners together to share learning, celebrate achievements, and strengthen collaboration for the benefit of our communities.

Anonymous

Celebration of Local Government, catching up with ex-colleagues and opportunity to network, eat, laugh and dance.

Anonymous

A well deserved quality night for those in local government to enjoy and feel celebrated.

Cheryll Wilson Rural Estate Programme Director London Borough of Enfield

A great evening of celebrating local authority successes and highlighting projects and teams that contribute to their communities greatly.

Anonymous

A fitting celebration for the hard work to get to this point in a project to affect change for our county, whether we won or not.

Anonymous

It’s an incredible evening full of energy and passion from some of the hardest working and under appreciated people.

Maria Cotton Service Director Culture and Regeneration South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership

The Oscars of local authority

James Charles Waterton Woodland Officer Enfield Council

A great way to celebrate and recognise the fantastic work Local Authorities carry out across the UK

Claire Alder Service Manager Newcastle City Council

Recognition and celebration of the excellent work by local authorities

Anonymous

Fantastic event showcasing the great work of local authorities / councils

Anonymous

A special event showcasing the best in Local Government

Shirley Cumming Community Led Support Co-ordinator Scottish Borders Council

Overall, it was a truly spectacular evening.

Faye Marsh Project Manager Peer Mentoring Scheme DBC

A wonderful celebration of our Local Government heroes

Christopher Lloyd Head of Technology Cardiff Council

An auspicious and inspiring event celebrating the very best of local government.

Anonymous

Great to see local authorities celebrate success.

Anonymous

I had a fabulous evening with like-minded professionals, thoroughly enjoying both the food and the overall experience.

Ann Howells Performance & Business manager Uttlesford District Council

Key Dates


Entry deadline: - 16 October 2026

Online judging begins: - 9 November 2026

Shortlist announced - 10 December 2026

2nd stage judging – live presentations - 25 January - 1 February 2027

LGC Awards 2027 - 24 March 2027