Inside the 2026 risk landscape: Top risks for Local Authorities

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Our Forvis Mazars experts, CIPFA CEO, and a leading S151 Officer will unpack the biggest risks shaping local government in 2026 - and what they mean for governance, assurance and forward planning.

Join our upcoming webinar for a deep dive of the risks reshaping local government in 2026, with insights straight from our new Local Government Risk Report.

Webinar details

Date: Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:15
Location: Online

Key topics covered:

Financial sustainability risks – including the rise in Exceptional Financial Support and ongoing demand pressures.
AI in local government – how councils are using AI to create value, emerging areas of risk, and what ‘good’ governance looks like in practice.
Local government reorganisation – implications for governance, accountability, decision making and service continuity.
SEND and temporary accommodation pressures – why these factors continue to challenge long term solvency.
Housing regulation and Consumer Standards – what’s changing and why it matters for councils in 2026 and beyond.

There will also be a 15-minute interactive Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to put your questions to the panel.