Case studies

Staffordshire Library and Arts Service’s annual history festival, which usually involves over 100 events in libraries across the County went entirely online as a result of the Covid pandemic.

This case study is an example of the practical use of asset-based approaches in communities.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on the parks service at Nottingham City Council.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a wide-ranging impact on the parks service at Walsall.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the parks service at Leeds City Council.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an extensive impact on the parks service at Plymouth City Council.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, parks proved their status as lifelines for local communities. The loss of external income due to the closure of income generating facilities in parks and the loss of in kind volunteer contributions have left parks services in a vulnerable state.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the parks service at Rugby Borough Council.

St Helens Library Service works in partnership across the Council and beyond to ensure children and young people have a positive start in life, through the provision of quality books and activities that strengthen speech, language and communication.

“We have set about establishing a resilient relationship between council and sector, one built on understanding, respect and dialogue. We are able to respond to change, adversity and opportunity with confidence."