Challenge 5: Cheshire West and Chester Council In June 2026, the LG Challenge cohort reached their fifth and final challenge of the programme.
HICM: Case studies These case studies show how local systems are putting the High Impact Change Model into practice to improve intermediate care, strengthen partnership working and support people to recover, regain independence and return home safely.
Regional welcome event for newly elected councillors in the South East, Thursday 18 June 2026 Download the presentation.
Regional welcome event for newly elected councillors in London, Wednesday 17 June 2026 Download the presentation.
Workforce development Ensure councils are ready for transformation and can effectively manage associated risks.
Apply relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures Apply relevant regulations and policies to minimise risks associated with organisational HR change.
Consider impact of change on roles, teams and people Implement structural change while adhering to employment rules and regulations.
Organisational HR change The capabilities needed to manage changes to roles and/or to council structures that result in impacts to people in a lawful way.
Applying commercial acumen Consider the legal and commercial viability of a transformation initiative.
Monitoring and forecasting spend Understand spend against budget and forecast for the term of transformation.
Transformation capabilities: Leadership and management Transformational leadership is the ability to inspire and motivate employees and stakeholders to create the conditions for successful transformation.
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