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Celebrating LGBT+ History Month with pride at IMPOWER

IMPOWER marked LGBT+ History Month with interactive activities, highlighting key figures and promoting inclusivity. #LGBTQ+

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The SEND & Alternative Provision Improvement Plan is here – now let’s deliver

The Government’s SEND Improvement Plan aims to enhance support for children, with a focus on testing, learning, and delivery. #SENDReform

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EDGEWORK: helping RBKC to identify innovative opportunities for transformation

EDGEWORK® helps public services tackle complexity, using innovation to drive cost-effective, transformative improvements.

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Transformation – this is no time for a confidence crisis!

IMPOWER helps teams shift from short-term cuts to systemic change, balancing risk, improving outcomes, and driving transformation.

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Government’s children’s social care strategy – three reflections

The children’s social care strategy has mixed reactions. Local delivery and a focus on needs could improve outcomes.

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Routes to sustainable cost reduction – setting the right ambition

Many cost reduction efforts focus too much on short-term “now” savings rather than “good” savings, which improve outcomes and reduce...
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How four local authorities are improving outcomes for children by focusing on needs

Four county councils shared how the Valuing Care approach improves outcomes and reduces costs. Focusing on needs drives impact, informs...
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IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2022: Richard Ayres, Foster Carer for Lincolnshire

Richard Ayres, a foster carer and Social Care Advisor, inspires with his dedication, advocacy, and passion for change.

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IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2022: Dr Muhammad Imran Sabir, Lincolnshire

Dr. Muhammad Imran Sabir inspires with his leadership, driving hospital improvements and patient care in Lincolnshire.

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IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2022: Nikki Pownall, Lincolnshire

Find out who has inspired me this year…. Nikki Pownall is the System Flow Director in Lincolnshire, and in my...