Entry deadline extended to midnight on 9 January

Good News — You’ve Got More Time! The deadline for the 2026 LGC Awards has been extended to midnight on 9 January.

If you haven’t started your entry yet—or just need a little longer—this is your chance!

Show the sector what excellence looks like. Celebrate your team. Share your impact.

Enter now and make sure your work gets the recognition it deserves.

For three decades, the LGC Awards have been the pinnacle of recognition in local government – the night the sector comes together to applaud the innovation, leadership and outstanding services delivered by councils every single day.

The 2025 event was the biggest ever with a record number of entries and over 1450 people gathering to recognise the fantastic achievements of councils across the UK.

For the 2026 event the 22 categories have been refreshed to reflect the local government’s evolving priorities and challenges, with winners selected through one of the most rigorous and respected judging processes in the sector.

In its 30th year, the LGC Awards remain the ultimate celebration of local government at its very best.

Why enter?

Enter to:

• Showcase the innovation within your organisation

• Benchmark best practice in front of our high-profile judges from within and outside local government

• Demonstrate you are at the cutting edge of improvement and have confidence in what you do

• Gain recognition from your peers and the sector

• Highlight your organisation's commitment to the excellent services you provide

• Say thank you to your hardworking staff and boost morale

Countdown to the entry deadline

Highlights of the LGC Awards 2025