Case studies

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 profound impact on the parks service at Leeds City Council.

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

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

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

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

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

First Art has delivered over 200 events in former Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire coalfield areas, delivering social and economic benefits in areas where arts engagement is historically very low. This case study forms part of the Value of culture - regeneration section of our online Culture Hub.

Luton Borough Council's ‘Flying Start' strategy aims to improve outcomes for children, from pregnancy to age five.

Lancashire Constabulary and the Police and Crime Commissioner are leading a programme that puts focus on early intervention.