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.
This case study describes Surrey County Council’s data transformation programme, which is making great progress towards its vision of becoming a fully data-enabled organisation, using data as a strategic asset to improve decisions, services, and outcomes for residents.
Who Let The Dads Out? is a national network of community groups that give fathers and father figures regular, welcoming spaces to spend quality time with their children. Launched in 2003 at Hoole Baptist Church in Chester, the model has grown to over 175 groups across the UK.
Buckinghamshire Council has reshaped its previously fragmented advice system into a more cohesive support offer for residents facing financial insecurity. Working with Citizens Advice Buckinghamshire and strengthening referral pathways has enabled the council to reach a wider range of residents and deliver support that is improving financial stability and overall wellbeing.
The London Office of Technology and Innovation (LOTI) created a unified dashboard for EV charge point data, enabling secure, standardised sharing and analysis across London boroughs.
Babyzone works in partnership with Family Hubs across multiple local authorities to provide integrated, preventative early years support for families with babies. By embedding Family Hub practitioners and programmes within trusted Babyzone community settings, families are able to access early help, parenting support, health advice and wellbeing services in one welcoming space.
Nawaal’s journey through children’s services is defined by persistence, initiative, and a desire to make systems work better for those who rely on them most. As a care-experienced young person who built her path from volunteering to securing an official role, she has become a strong advocate for accessibility, inclusion, and meaningful engagement. Her work spans council-wide projects, national representation, and the creation of platforms designed to uplift other care leavers
Little Jungle was founded in 2011 and is a privately-owned school of early childhood, providing care and education for up to 85 children between the ages of 10 months to 5 years old. Their approach is ever evolving and inspired by many schools of thought; in particular, those of the childhood centres of Reggio Emillia in Italy, famous for their excellence in early years education. At Little Jungle, Education has a strong role to play in establishing values for a positive society.