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.
Oxfordshire’s ‘Whole Systems Approach to Physical Activity’ (WSAPA) provides an evidence-based approach to tackling physical inactivity and health inequalities through interventions delivered in partnership with district councils across Oxfordshire.
Wirral Borough Council has embedded Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library within Early Childhood Services, leading to improved communication and language outcomes and reduced inequality.
This is a unique, ambitious, and successful partnership between local government and NHS Devon to address issues of reduced dental access and poor oral health.
This inspirational programme is an award-winning research-based family literacy programme developed by the Early Childhood Unit (ECU) at the National Children’s Bureau in partnership with the University of Sheffield.
In this case study we hear from Exeter City Council. Working with the LGA, the Council utilised the Decision-Making Accountability (DMA) review to reshape their senior leadership and cross-council working.
Cornwall Council has developed an innovative new digital approach to managing its supported housing (adult social care and homelessness), extra care housing, young persons accommodation and care homes.
Calderdale Council are working with Crisis on a new approach to temporary accommodation through their Built for Zero pilot project. The data-led approach to temporary accommodation (TA) is changing the way of working and has resulted in a reduction of numbers of households in TA, as well as a reduction in council spend.
PREP-WELL was the UK's first comprehensive community-based prehabilitation programme, preparing patients for major surgery through coordinated lifestyle support.
Olivia has a severe learning disability, very low muscle tone and loose ligaments throughout her body. At National Star (placement funded by Warwickshire County Council), Olivia, became more active.
All Move in Erewash (AMiE) is a collaborative initiative to make everyday movement more accessible and fair for adults living with a limiting illness, long-term condition, or disability.