Shortlist Announced!
The LGC Awards is the premier event of the local government calendar.
We are pleased to announce the Shortlist for the 2025 LGC Awards.

Congratulations to all of our finalists and a big thank you to everyone that took the time and effort to enter. Entrants demonstrated outstanding practice as well as cutting-edge innovations and the judges were very impressed with the extremely high standard.

The shortlisted organisations will now complete presentations and interviews to a specific judging panel made up of senior and influential figures within local government.

LGC editor Sarah Calkin said: “We received almost 1,000 entries to the LGC Awards 2025, making it another record-breaking year and meaning all those on the shortlist should be extremely proud to have made the cut. A huge thank you to our judging panels of senior council officers who have tirelessly sifted through all the entries on top of extremely demanding day jobs.

 “At a time when many councils are embarking on huge change, it is more important than ever to take a moment to recognise the massive difference local government makes to the communities it serves and celebrate the teams and individuals going the extra mile to do so.

 “It’s brilliant to see the whole local government family represented on this year’s shortlist – from town councils to combined authorities – as well as all four nations of the UK. Best of luck to all of those shortlisted.”

View the Shortlist

The winners of the LGC Awards will be announced at a prestigious ceremony on Wednesday 11 June at Grosvenor House, London - this is an evening not to be missed!

Why Attend?

Attend the LGC Awards to give you and your team the recognition you deserve at an event celebrating your achievements.

• Share best practice across the local government community: promote and share your work to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local government services across the UK
• Reward your team: gain recognition for the innovative and excellent services you and your team are delivering
• Showcase your council: highlight the innovative projects within your council and demonstrate how it is a great place to work
  Raise your morale: hardworking council teams don’t get the recognition they deserve and what better confirmation that you and your team are delivering for your community than by winning an LGC Award?
• Network with your peers: meet important figures from across the local government community and expand your network of contacts

For information on attending the awards ceremony please call Kieran on 020 3953 2019, email him at Kieran.McDougall@emap.com or book some time for in his calendar for a quick chat here

Highlights of the LGC Awards 2024