Association of Local Authority Chief Executives (ALACE)

The Association of Local Authority Chief Executives (ALACE) is a professional organization that represents the top senior managers—chief executives—in local government in the UK. Its role is to support these leaders by promoting effective governance, sharing best practices, and providing professional development. ALACE helps ensure that local authorities run efficiently and serve communities well by fostering collaboration, offering guidance on leadership challenges, and representing their interests in policy discussions. Essentially, it acts as a network and resource for those responsible for managing local government operations and strategies.