Summary: As the 31st October approaches, councils across the country are preparing for a no-deal Brexit scenario – with very little guidance and minimal resources. As a major import centre for animal feed and pharmaceuticals, Cllr Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council, tells us about his concerns for managing increased traffic through the city's port, the SoS's surprise announcement that councils are now responsible for dealing with Brexit-related economic issues, and the lack of advice and funding from central government. Plus a taster from our latest member-only briefings on New Towns and the Spending Round, and highlights from our Daily News service. Featuring stories on Extinction Rebellion protesting council infrastructure projects, Portsmouth's proposed clean air charge, warnings about declining SEND provision, Islington's fur trade ban and an 'immersive fire garden' in NE Lincolnshire. Hosted by Jennifer Glover and Jonathan Carr-West, with interviews by Ingrid Koehler. Tweet us @LGiU
