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Understanding what communities need to fight the climate emergency

To ensure climate action is inclusive, councils must engage all communities. IMPOWER helps identify ways to influence action.

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Celebrating local gov success – LGC Awards 2022

The LGC Awards 2022 celebrated local government’s vital work. IMPOWER is proud to support impactful, frontline change.

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Reflections from Public Finance Live 2022

Public Finance Live 2022 highlighted social mobility, sustainability, and resilience. IMPOWER supports councils in driving change.

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How to deal with the uncertainty that local government faces

Local government faces uncertainty—IMPOWER’s Resilience Framework helps councils build sustainable, people-centered systems.

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Is Government still set on social care reform by October 2023?

Social care reform remains on track for October 2023, but political uncertainty could impact its future. IMPOWER helps councils navigate...
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Reflections from LGC’s Net Zero conference

Local leadership, community engagement, and risk-taking are key to net zero. IMPOWER’s EDGEWORK® drives sustainable change.

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How systems can deliver against the ‘100 Day Discharge Challenge’

Creating capacity and infrastructure is key to hospital discharge success. IMPOWER’s approach drives sustainable system change.

Legal changes to Integrated Care Systems bring both scepticism and opportunity to local leaders

Leaders can unlock new opportunities in ICSs by reviewing changes and maximizing assets for lasting local impact.

How to amplify the local government voice within integrated care systems – reflections from LGA 2022

Centralised systems like D2A improve consistency, but need consistent services, strong relationships, and clear communication to work.

Reflections on NHS ConfedExpo 2022

Centralised systems like D2A improve consistency, but need consistent services, strong relationships, and clear communication to work.