The District Councils' Network (DCN) is a special interest group in the Local Government Association. It represents 187 non-metropolitan district councils in England, representing over 40% of the population and 68% of the land. It is funded by membership subscriptions and its purpose is to "act as an informed and representative advocate for districts to government and other national bodies, based on their unique position to deliver for 'local' people". It shares offices with the Local Government Association in Westminster.