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IMPOWER announced as delivery partner to the government’s SEND & AP programme

IMPOWER is partnering to support the Department for Education’s SEND & AP Improvement Plan, testing and refining reforms to improve...
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Society of County Treasurers’ Spring Seminar: the challenges in children’s social care

IMPOWER’s session showed some counties deliver more for less in children’s social care, improving outcomes despite budget pressures.

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Parent carers – the key to prevention and early intervention in SEND

Engaging families early and valuing their expertise in SEND can prevent escalation and improve communication challenges.

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Enhancing NHS winter preparations: a holistic approach for sustainable solutions

The NHS’s winter plan must address staff, infrastructure, and community care capacity to ensure long-term sustainability.

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The power of voices and the children they belong to

It’s time to shift the SEND education narrative, prioritizing children’s voices and family collaboration to shape their learning journey.

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Outcomes spotlight: how Valuing SEND helped Xander

Valuing SEND is empowering practitioners and families to improve support for children with SEND, changing lives like Xander’s.

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The public sector productivity problem

Great discussions at Public Finance Live! Local authorities can drive financial sustainability by improving service outcomes. Let’s connect!

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Reflections on the European Social Services Conference

At the European Social Services Conference, I explored how AI & tech are transforming social care. Let’s connect!

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IMPOWER shortlisted for four Management Consultancies Association (MCA) Awards

Having our work recognised by the MCA is highly significant – we are extremely proud of our clients and consultants.

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Local ambition should fill the gap left by national adult social care policy

Earlier this month, I joined ADASS to discuss influencing government. Despite challenges in data and public sentiment, local leaders can...