by Zoe Armstrong | May 14, 2026 | Education and inclusion, Local government transformation
IMPOWER and Pixel Financial Management co-hosted a shared learning event, on financial sustainability in SEND and inclusion, that brought together more than 160 leaders from across local government. The event was chaired by Rob Powell (Executive Director, Warwickshire...
by Zoe Armstrong | Feb 19, 2026 | Education and inclusion
Last week’s announcement of the new High Needs Stability grant will bring a sense of relief to many local authorities (LAs). For those who have Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) deficits linked to high needs, this funding represents a long-awaited boost. Under this new...
by Zoe Armstrong | Oct 31, 2025 | Education and inclusion, Local government transformation
We’ve been anticipating the release of the Schools White Paper, which promised to set out the next steps in the government’s vision for education. While publication has now been delayed to the New Year to ensure the paper fully reflects the sector’s needs, one thing...
by Zoe Armstrong | May 14, 2025 | Health
Efficiently guiding individuals through stages of treatment and support is a concept often associated with acute healthcare. However, in a collaboration, IMPOWER joined forces with Surrey and Borders NHS Foundation Trust (SABP), Surrey County Council, and Surrey...
by Zoe Armstrong | Apr 6, 2023 | Children's social care
Last week, IMPOWER co-hosted an online event with colleagues from Norfolk County Council’s children’s services team to celebrate the launch of our co-produced report: Unlocking potential for children and young people Valuing Care: Focusing on needs, strengths and...
