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.
A Service Improvement Plan to address and end street homelessness for an identified cohort of individuals experiencing long-term (six plus months) rough sleeping.
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.
Coventry City Council is ensuring that the city’s tenants and landlords are well-supported, protected, and ready for a new era of fairness in the private rented sector.
A unique partnership between London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, Barking Churches Unite, award-winning charity ShowerBox and NHS North East London, ShowerBox Barking is the first permanent dedicated shower facility for people experiencing homelessness.
A housing-led service for women, that provides 10 brand new, long-term homes in a block, with onsite support and communal and office space. Support is delivered by a team which also delivers wider community-based support in a Housing First model.
In recognition of its deep-rooted military heritage, Portsmouth City Council has developed a comprehensive, collaborative approach to supporting homeless veterans. With over 37,000 residents identifying as part of the Armed Forces community, around 18% of the city’s population, the council has embedded veteran support into its strategic planning and service delivery.
Preventing and relieving homelessness for refugees and former asylum seekers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP), especially those arriving via Ukraine sponsorship, Afghan resettlement, and family reunification schemes.