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.
Kirklees commissions a wide range of supported housing services from general needs accommodation to specialist services for people with learning disabilities. These options include a dedicated accommodation offer for those who are getting treatment for substance misuse or have been just released from prison.
The needs of people being referred into support housing are increasing. In response to that, Medway Council and its providers have worked hard to offer extra support to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
There are nearly 200 people with learning disabilities and mental health problems living in supported housing in North Somerset, but many more are looked after by families and carers in private homes.
St Basils housing association is commissioned to provide supported housing accommodation, alongside supporting young people in the community, by seven West Midlands councils for young people.
Richmond and Wandsworth Borough Councils commissioned Loudmouth to incorporate Theatre in Education (TiE) into their approach to the prevention of exploitation of children and young people and raise awareness on harmful sexual behaviours such as sexual harassment and assault. Loudmouth is an innovative TiE company with over 30 years’ experience of collaborating with local authorities to support Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) and safeguarding in schools and other educational venues.
The Air Quality team at the Regulatory Services Partnership, led by Merton Council including Richmond and Wandsworth, is a tri-borough coalition that is on a mission to clean up the air in London.