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IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 22 December

The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Covid-19 Co-ordination Hub team is a hero of 2020 for their flexible, locally-led, holistic response to...
Graphic titled “IMPOWER Heroes of 2020” featuring a framed photograph of Kate Smith. Text below reads: “Kate Smith, Head of Intermediate Care, Somerset County Council & NHS Somerset.”

IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 18 December

Kate Smith is a hero of 2020 for her leadership in improving discharge to home care in Somerset, ensuring better...
Graphic titled “IMPOWER Heroes of 2020” featuring a framed image of the SEND Advice Line for Lincolnshire (Ask SALL) Team in a three-person video call. Text below reads: “SEND Advice Line for Lincolnshire (Ask SALL) Team, Lincolnshire County Council.”

IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 16 December

The Ask SALL team in Lincolnshire has been a hero of 2020, helping schools support SEND children with swift, virtual...

To drive better outcomes at the health and care interface, changing behaviour is key

The NW Learning Collaborative masterclass showed that improved health and social care outcomes depend on trust and behaviour, not just...

Bullying amongst children and young people: another complex challenge

Bullying has risen 25% in the last year. It’s time to address the underlying complexities and create united solutions.

Graphic titled “IMPOWER Heroes of 2020” featuring a framed photograph of Vicki Lawson. Text below reads: “Vicki Lawson, Assistant Director Performance and Quality, North East Lincolnshire Council.”

IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 11 December

Vicki’s passion, dedication, and ability to lead transformational change for vulnerable children make her an invaluable asset.

In the search for clarity, don’t settle for simplicity

Local government should prioritise core business, focusing on managing complex, demand-led services to improve outcomes while reducing costs.

Graphic titled “IMPOWER Heroes of 2020” featuring a framed collage of five team members. Text below reads: “Change Champions, East Riding of Yorkshire Council.”

IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 8 December

Celebrating East Riding of Yorkshire Council Change Champions: Annette, Florence, Hayley, Michelle, and Nicole for their outstanding support and impact!

Graphic titled “IMPOWER Heroes of 2020” featuring a framed portrait of a man in a suit and red tie. Text on the right reads: “Professor Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England.”

IMPOWER’s Heroes of 2020: 4 December

Professor Chris Whitty is my Hero of 2020 for his calm, data-driven leadership in the nation’s fight against coronavirus.

Reflections on NHSE’s latest ICS publication

To make ICSs a reality, focus on outcomes that matter to recipients, with collaboration, co-creation, and system support.