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A 1% productivity gain in social care and SEND will dwarf the savings from local government reorganisation

There is an opportunity for major transformation of core services, but there is a great risk of distraction.

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Neighbourhood health: paving the way for healthier, more independent lives

Neighbourhood healthcare has great potential – we need to evidence the impact and aim for radical, long-term change.

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Commissioning and the revolving door

ICBs face challenge tackling non-elective care costs and inefficient block contracts, and must learn from past commissioning cycles.

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Reframing the Local Government Reform opportunity 

Devolution White Paper sets another new direction for local government, but some things are different this time.

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What can schools and ICBs expect from each other? 

Schools and ICBs must collaborate on early intervention, prevention and inclusive care for children with additional needs.

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Income maximisation in Adult Social Care

Councils need a holistic approach to income maximisation in adult social care, improving transparency, processes and collaboration.

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Breaking the gridlock: overcoming financial barriers to NHS and council collaboration

Financial misalignment between NHS and local authorities hinders collaboration, but ICS can enable cost-effective integration.

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Heroes of 2024: Jivan Sembi, Walsall Council

Find out why Jivan Sembi is my hero of 2024

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Five steps every capital programme can take to embed transformational change

Our healthcare system faces a “curve of doom” demand – services must be transformed now.

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Heroes of 2024: Rowan Hedley, Dorset Parent Carers Council (DPCC)

Find out why Rowan Hedley is my hero of 2024