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Institute of Local Government Studies (INLOGOV)

The Institute of Local Government Studies (INLOGOV) is the leading academic centre for research and teaching on democratic local governance and strategic public management. We enrich the world of local public service with research evidence and innovative ideas, making a positive difference.

Welcome to INLOGOV

Executive development programmes

Latest news

Free breakfast workshop - Supporting health and wellbeing boards to be the new conductors of integrated care

Why national politics is a mixed blessing in today's local elections

Local Elections 2013

Strategic Commissioning

Helping to develop your organisation...

Research and publications
Our research bridges the gap between the academic and the practitioner and has a major influence on academic and policy audiences. We produce a range of publications from our research.

INLOGOV Briefings
INLOGOV Briefings cover a wide range of current topics. The aim of the Briefings is to share knowledge and stimulate debate. 

Consultancy
Combining the latest thinking with practical approaches, we work with your organisation, its culture and environment, to enable change and respond effectively to future challenges

Journals in the department

Helping you develop yourself...

Postgraduate programmes (MSc, PG Certificate, Diploma)
Explore complex issues, question conventional thought and address challenges in Public Management, Administration, Public Service Commissioning and Local Policy and Politics.

Research degrees (PhD / MPhil)
We offer PhD and MPhil study in a variety of fields, with the expertise and support of dedicated supervisors.

Pay as-you-go Postgraduate Programmes
Our postgraduate modules are now available on a pay-as–you go basis.