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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.

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Transforming the nation’s mental health through the power of sport

Sport in Mind is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of anyone experiencing mental health challenges across the UK, including those with disabilities and long-term health conditions, through sport and physical activity.

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Expanding opportunities for disabled people to increase physical activity through inclusive, socially focused initiatives

Active North Yorkshire is the recently formed leisure section of North Yorkshire Council. It employs two people whose remit is to increase physical activity and participation of disabled people across the county.

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NHS University Plymouth Hospital physiotherapy collaboration with Plymouth Active

The NHS Hip and Knee Physiotherapy Team have now begun operating from Plymouth Life Centre twice a week for the foreseeable future, supporting up to 30 patients per day.

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Centre for Mental Health: Supporting ‘Mentally Healthier Councils’ and their communities

Centre for Mental Health works with councils across England to support local action to boost mental health and share learning nationwide.

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West Northamptonshire Council: Physiotherapy in adult social care

This case study, which forms part of the resource, What good looks like in the retention of regulated professionals, highlights the impact of trusted, values-led leadership on long-term commitment, autonomy and professional confidence in Manchester.

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Calderdale Council: A preventative model for holistic financial and wellbeing support

The Early Advice and Support Team is a preventative service designed to address financial hardship by tackling its wider social and health determinants.

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Books on prescription: How reading can support health outcomes

Reading Well is a national books on prescription programme that supports people to understand and manage their health and wellbeing.

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Preventing youth-produced sexual imagery: applying social norms through the ‘OK to Ask?’ campaign in Surrey

The ‘OK to Ask?’ campaign, delivered for Surrey Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, tackled youth-produced sexual imagery (YPSI) among 13–17-year-olds.

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Transforming support for homeless families: Mansfield District Council

Mansfield District Council has been selected as one of three national Testing Hubs by the Justlife Foundation to lead a two year project improving temporary accommodation for homeless families.