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.
Oxfordshire’s ‘Whole Systems Approach to Physical Activity’ (WSAPA) provides an evidence-based approach to tackling physical inactivity and health inequalities through interventions delivered in partnership with district councils across Oxfordshire.
Calderdale Council are working with Crisis on a new approach to temporary accommodation through their Built for Zero pilot project. The data-led approach to temporary accommodation (TA) is changing the way of working and has resulted in a reduction of numbers of households in TA, as well as a reduction in council spend.
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council worked with the Richmond Group of Charities and Together an Active Future (TaAF) to localise the We Are Undefeatable (WAU) campaign to inspire residents with health conditions to be more active.
Flippin' Pain is a public health initiative addressing attitudes to chronic pain. This initiative delivered many events challenging outdated pain perceptions, empowered individuals through education, and repositioned the narrative to emphasise being active with pain rather than simply managing it.
Recognising the local challenge of high levels of physical inactivity, Westminster City Council and RBKC have integrated physical activity into existing workflows in adult social care to deliver great outcomes through an effective, scalable approach.
The Amelia Scott is a landmark cultural and community hub in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells. It brings together the museum, library, registration services, adult education, and visitor information under one roof, creating a vibrant civic space that serves both residents and visitors.