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.
Bury Council has embarked on a significant transformation journey, navigating setbacks and challenges to emerge as a strong, forward-thinking local council. Supported by LGA Peer Challenges, Bury has made substantial improvements in governance, performance, and engagement.
Using close working relationships with community led and third sector organisations to renovate empty homes, increasing the delivery of affordable housing.
Over 300 people from a range of organisations, sectors and regions gathered at the Liverpool City Region (LCR) AI Summit on November 21, 2024. The summit highlighted Mayor Steve Rotheram's vision to establish the region as a national exemplar in the application of “AI for Good”.
There is a significant shortage of affordable housing in Cornwall, and the Affordable Housing Team is dedicated to addressing this need. With strong support, they’ve been helping towns and parishes develop their own affordable housing schemes.
Leeds City Council partnered with Registered Providers to accelerate affordable housing through an adaptive programme, using ring-fenced land disposals and commuted sums. The Leonora House scheme exemplifies this approach, combining council land and commuted sums to tackle affordability and support social rent.
Northumberland Archives applied to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) for a project to make manorial records more accessible to all and to help people use them both creatively and for research.
We wanted to make accessing evidence-based parenting support easier for parents. We wanted to run programmes in local communities and schools, which parents would find available on their doorstep.
The Amber Foundation provides young adults with the tools and guidance they need to overcome homelessness, find employment and build a positive future.