Case studies

Swale Borough Council – photographic walks An example of using photography to engage local people in examining and appreciating their local environment is from Swale Borough Council. ‘Roaming Perspectives' is a programme of photographic walks on the Isle of Sheppey.

Creative Consequences research provides us with an ongoing knowledge base about the social, cultural and economic value of the arts in Essex. It shows that the arts provide good value for money in the county.

The Local Innovation Awards Scheme (LIA scheme) is a prestigious scheme that recognises excellence in local government. It was set up to disseminate best practice in service delivery throughout local government.

In April 2005, a number of local authorities in England embarked on a two-year pilot programme, jointly initiated by the Local Government Association (LGA) and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The aim was to highlight innovation, learning and transferability in using culture to support partnership working in the shared priority areas.

Improving health and wellbeing through better countryside access Create and develop healthy and sustainable places and communities Summary

Addressing the effects of a changing built and social environment through dance Summary

Connecting people to their neighbourhoods through photography: Creating fair employment for all Summary

Here you will find a collection of case studies demonstrating how local authorities are using libraries to improve the lives of their residents.

Islington Council aims to set up a borough-wide heat network that could potentially reduce carbon emissions by 60 per cent.

In 2007, after many years of development, the new Howe Dell School building opened its doors. Built as part of a bigger development - that included housing, a community centre and other facilities.