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.
Support from Partners in Care and Health (PCH) focused on re-shaping the work of the health and wellbeing board (HWB) following a period when it lost some focus; changes made to way meetings are organised; council say board is now in “really good place” and praises way PCH peers brought new ideas to the table.
Rotherham requested Partners in Care and Health’s (PCH) support to undertake the public health strengths and risks self-assessment tool. The work identified a series of strengths and challenges from community engagement to supporting members which are now being addressed. The support comes ahead of a three-day regional Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) peer review later this year.
Kingston Council has piloted an AI-powered solution aiming to streamline the process of writing case notes and assessments, freeing up valuable time for social workers to focus on direct client care.
Waltham Forest Council has established a dynamic, youth-focused initiative to provide young people (aged 11-25) with free, accessible spaces and activities that address not only crime prevention but also broader issues such as poverty, anti-social behaviour (ASB), and mental health.
Eco Rewards’ unique scheme offers rewards and incentives to promote greener travel, healthier lifestyle choices, and reduce carbon footprint, driving long-term behaviour change. Users can report their cycling, walking, and active travel journeys by scanning over 150 QR codes throughout Bracknell Forest with the app or self-reporting online.
Aiding residents to downsize their property into a more suitable home for their needs, therefore freeing up family-sized homes for homeless households.
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.
Over the last three years, Surrey County Council has developed a collaborative plan with trusted partners across the county to support residents with reducing energy bills, keeping homes warm and free of damp and mould, and reducing residential carbon emissions, which account for around 30 per cent of Surrey’s total.