Case studies

Innovation in local government is about improving the lives of the people in our communities. Browse through our case studies to see the many innovative programmes councils are involved in.

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Let’s Get Moving Awards 2023, and free kick fitness

The North West Leicestershire Let’s Get Moving Awards are held annually to celebrate the physical activity and sporting achievements of residents in the district and also encourage other residents to become active.

Evolving care in Hertfordshire: A unified approach to family health

This case study delves into Hertfordshire's strategic integration of health visiting and family support services to optimise the Healthy Child Programme. It outlines initiatives aimed at strengthening mental health support from the antenatal period to school age, enhancing workforce development, and providing targeted care for children with SEND.

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Lancashire's holistic approach to school readiness

Spanning 12 distinct districts, Lancashire’s health visiting service operates across a vast geographical region reaching into rural, urban, diverse and deprived areas.

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Transforming public health in Doncaster: lessons from the frontline of family support services

This case study delves into Doncaster’s innovative approach to public health for families, highlighting the strategic integration of services and the adoption of digital solutions to enhance health visiting services.

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Family Hubs in Lancashire

The objectives of the Lancashire Family Hubs Networks are, to support the wider Lancashire Children Young People and Families Partnership long-term vision, in providing a universal family support service where mothers, fathers, carers, children, young people and families, can access the early help and support they need to build stronger and more resilient families. 

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How Wiltshire’s Parent Carer Council has reduced barriers to engagement

The Wiltshire Parent Carer Council has achieved a unique reach by reducing barriers to membership. It’s currently made up of over 4000 active members who share their thoughts about the services they access.

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South Norfolk and Broadland District Council's approach to tackling homelessness pressures

South Norfolk and Broadland District Council appointed a Housing Solutions Officer - Early Intervention and Prevention Specialist to help deliver the council's objectives around homelessness.

Early steps to lifelong health: Somerset's comprehensive strategy for Child Healthy Weight

The Somerset Preschool Lifestyle Activity and Skills for self Help programme aims to develop family-focused early intervention and prevention strategies, emphasising the importance of mental wellbeing alongside physical health.

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Integrated whole systems approach for children’s healthy weight in Derby and Derbyshire

Derby and Derbyshire faced significant challenges due to persistent high obesity rates in children. The solution involved formulating a childhood obesity strategy with two main objectives.

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Gloji Energy: A family-centred approach to child healthy weight in Lincolnshire

The Gloji Energy programme, initiated in response to persistent obesity rates and amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasises physical and emotional wellbeing for children and their families.

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