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.
Wirral Council has had to make cuts of £151 million between 2010 and 2015. By 2020 the council will have to reduce its spending by a further £132 million to deliver a balanced budget.
A key objective of the LGA's 'Rewiring Public Services' campaign is to transform public services so that they prevent problems instead of just picking up the pieces.
South Norfolk District Council was part of the East of England Design in the Public Sector programme focusing on redesigning preventative services for childhood obesity.
When Storm Desmond hit the North of England in 2015 it flooded around 100 properties in Wyre. Senior Communications Officer Stephanie Collinson explains how the council delivered much needed communications support to a community in crisis.
Tasked with reducing its social services budget by millions of pounds over four years, Harrow Council wanted to expand its My Community ePurse (MCeP) personal budget management solution.
With budgets squeezed and stability in the workforce recognised as contributing to improved services and better outcomes for children, North Yorkshire County Council has concentrated on developing a strong, permanent workforce capable of delivering the best results for children.
How can officers help to position the arts, culture and heritage within their council’s public health priorities? Alan Higgins, Director of Public Health, Oldham Council, shares his thoughts.