Paul Mercer: Local government enters the Zoom era

Homeworking can make council staff more productive. It also means we can manage with less office space.

Katy Bourne: We may be at a turning point for policing by consent

The public recognises that the response has been more about engagement than enforcement. More police powers are not needed.

Peter Golds: With councils being sent extra funding, scrutiny is essential

Volunteering is thriving. But in Tower Hamlets, we watch which community groups are being given money.

Nicholas Boys Smith: My ten point plan for the ‘new normal’

We can make our village, town, and city centres better places than they were before the crisis: more humane, more beautiful, and more liveable.

Dave Stewart: By trialling the Government’s app, the Isle of Wight is leading the fightback against the virus

Thousands of residents downloaded the App as soon as they were able to do so. 30,000 – at critical mass already -on the first morning of the launch.

Joe Porter: The Big Society is back in Staffordshire

Councillors and local churches have built up a volunteer network to do weekly shopping.

Coronavirus: Jenrick steps up efforts to help the vulnerable – rough sleepers and victims of domestic violence

The greatest difficulty may prove persuading those who need help, to accept it. Plus – councils given discretion over small business funding.

David Pugh: After the crisis, we need to continue with flexible planning policies to boost economic recovery

We could reduce or waive fees for applications that relate to business development. Virtual meetings can reduce delays.

Jonathon Seed: The police force in Wiltshire has been exemplary during this crisis

Distancing enforcement has been applied with a light but firm touch.

Izzi Seccombe: Councils are putting their extra funding to effective use

I am grateful to the Government for responding to our financial concerns. It’s meant that help has reached those who need it most.

Nathan Evans: We have a duty to challenge Trafford Council’s failings in responding to the crisis

There have been delays in sending payments to businesses. Rubbish collections have been missed.

Alison Hernandez: We have a moral duty to accept the lockdown guidance

I support our robust policing in Devon and Cornwall. We have one of the lowest rates of infection and want to keep it that way.

Tim Passmore: After the lockdown ends, the criminal justice system will face great challenges

Preparations must be made to clear the backlog of court cases and prosecutions. There will be great pressure on charities helping victims.

Barry Lewis: Local government will never return to business as usual

In Derbyshire, we have learnt to have a confident approach, not one wrapped in overly cautious, bureaucratic, risk-averse practice.

Matthew Evans: Devolution has caused confusion during this crisis

The biggest bone of contention is that parks are closed in Newport – despite the advice in England that they should stay open.