Case studies

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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Creativity Works – a local charity using creativity as a catalyst for personal and social development in Bath and North East Somerset

Creativity Works provides self-support groups and peer-led networks to support mental health in Bath and North East Somerset.

Cultural Development Fund (CDF) Network

The Cultural Development Fund (CDF) Network is the national collective that shares best practice and generates knowledge to capture and celebrate the success of the DCMS CDF investment.

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Cultural investment - Cornwall Council

Cornwall Council is investing in a range of culture capital projects to support local economies, attract visitors and strengthen the creative sector.

Cultural partnerships for Covid-19 recovery

Culture Liverpool has utilised and supported its creative and cultural sector to regenerate Liverpool’s community, neighbourhoods and creative industry in light of the global pandemic.

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Culture Works, North East Lincolnshire

Set up by grassroots cultural organisations, Culture Works has provided leadership and coordination for the sector and worked with the council to push culture up the local political agenda. This case study forms part of the Value of culture - regeneration section of our online Culture Hub.

Delivering health and wellbeing outcomes through arts and culture projects at Oldham Council

Oldham Council is using arts and culture to address issues around the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Derbyshire County Council: Using ‘creative mentoring’ to support looked after children

Derbyshire County Council uses ‘creative mentoring’ to support looked after children who are struggling to engage in education.

Developing a cultural strategy through a co-production model at Leeds City Council

Leeds City Council’s new Culture Strategy was developed through a co-production model, involving extensive consultation with the cultural sector and local communities.

Developing First World War centennial commemorations in Staffordshire

Staffordshire’s Great War commemorations are bringing the momentous events of this period to life through events, exhibitions and activities.

Developing opportunities for young people with disabilities

Bristol Plays Music, the city’s music education hub, is developing a range of opportunities for young people with special educational needs and disabilities.