Charged with implementing that big idea in your council? Our #HowWeDidIt series puts officers who have ‘been there and done that’ in the hot seat. No high-level conceptual stuff – just what you need to do to deliver. Full series available here ✍ & 📹 buff.ly/4jpauGb

We are built on our network of local authority members. Made up of all types of councils, from all over the UK. Sharing innovations and inspiring each other. Find out more 👀 buff.ly/3MIyu80

Ever wondered how councils tackle the surge in call volumes as families and caregivers prepare for children to return to school? Here's how @surreycc.gov.uk redesigned their system to reduce waiting times & improve outcomes for residents. buff.ly/LFoi614

Our practice team works hand-in-hand w/ councils, the NHS & others to help them solve challenges alongside their communities. From designing an inclusive economy in Calderdale to tackling health inequalities in Edmonton. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/gygWh0f

Ever wondered how councils tackle the surge in call volumes as families and caregivers prepare for children to return to school? Here's how ‪@surreycc.gov.uk‬ redesigned their system to reduce waiting times & improve outcomes for residents. www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/sur...

Charged with implementing that big idea in your council? Our #HowWeDidIt series puts officers who have ‘been there and done that’ in the hot seat. No high-level conceptual stuff – just what you need to do to deliver. Full series available here ✍ & 📹 buff.ly/4jpauGb

Sunderland City Council is on the front foot when it comes to bridging the digital divide. We had the opportunity to ask Nicol McConnell about ‘what really works’ when it comes to getting communities connected. Take a look at her insights ➡️

Our latest report calls for community centres to be protected and invested in as spaces that tie people together. “The effects that ripple from a community centre are deep and far-reaching. For too long their value has been overlooked, their contribution pegged as a ‘nice to have’.”

"The real promise is to create effective local systems that are powered by, and responsive to, communities themselves." The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is a crucial milestone on a long journey, writes @jesstud.bsky.social in the MJ.

It’s been three months since we launched Waves – the €1 million project to test new AI-powered methods to improve local democracy. @summersimpson.bsky.social sets out what we’ve discovered so far, how our thinking has evolved & what we’re finding challenging as we ride the Waves 🌊

The English Devolution Bill is a chance to reimagine the core purpose of local government for the 21st century. So we need to be bold. 📢 @jesstud.bsky.social & @annarandle.bsky.social describe how we can seize this opportunity to build future-proof institutions.

Community centres are the real hearts of their neighbourhoods. They bring people together, support health and wellbeing, build local pride - and offer space for joy. Our report on how we celebrate, sustain and reimagine these vital spaces.

"The real promise is to create effective local systems that are powered by, and responsive to, communities themselves." The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is a crucial milestone on a long journey, writes @jesstud.bsky.social in the MJ.

It’s been three months since we launched Waves – the €1 million project to test new AI-powered methods to improve local democracy. @summersimpson.bsky.social sets out what we’ve discovered so far, how our thinking has evolved & what we’re finding challenging as we ride the Waves 🌊

The English Devolution Bill is a chance to reimagine the core purpose of local government for the 21st century. So we need to be bold. 📢 @jesstud.bsky.social & @annarandle.bsky.social describe how we can seize this opportunity to build future-proof institutions.

Our practice team works hand-in-hand w/ councils, the NHS & others to help them solve challenges alongside their communities. From designing an inclusive economy in Calderdale to tackling health inequalities in Edmonton. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/gygWh0f

📣 Progress update | Co-designing Waves: Tech-powered democracy. This fantastic new blog from @wearenewlocal.bsky.social shares insights from the first 3 months of the programme - what we've learned, how our thinking has evolved and what we're finding challenging. ⬇️

It’s been three months since we launched Waves – the €1 million project to test new AI-powered methods to improve local democracy. @summersimpson.bsky.social sets out what we’ve discovered so far, how our thinking has evolved & what we’re finding challenging as we ride the Waves 🌊

As we rethink and reimagine how local government is shaped for future generations, @steve1skelton.bsky.social looks at the evolution of strategic authorities. buff.ly/PSFIRAa #EnglishDevolutionBill

“We'd rather spend our time creating a space for people to come together than looking at funding applications.” Our report uncovers the barriers preventing community centres from reaching their full potential – and how to overcome them. buff.ly/zRjuAJX

The English Devolution Bill is a chance to reimagine the core purpose of local government for the 21st century. So we need to be bold. 📢 @jesstud.bsky.social & @annarandle.bsky.social describe how we can seize this opportunity to build future-proof institutions.

At #StrongerThings, @cormacrussell.bsky.social urged us to make “good trouble.” His latest think piece for New Local sets out how might we do that in practice & argues that certain things are best done with citizens in the lead. Read the full piece here 🔗 buff.ly/ffiAs3D

As we rethink and reimagine how local government is shaped for future generations, @steve1skelton.bsky.social looks at the evolution of strategic authorities. buff.ly/PSFIRAa #EnglishDevolutionBill

We are built on our network of local authority members. Made up of all types of councils, from all over the UK. Sharing innovations and inspiring each other. Find out more 👀 buff.ly/3MIyu80

As we rethink and reimagine how local government is shaped for future generations, @steve1skelton.bsky.social Skelton looks at the evolution of strategic authorities www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/des... #EnglishDevolutionBill

Charged with implementing that big idea in your council? Our #HowWeDidIt series puts officers who have ‘been there and done that’ in the hot seat. No high-level conceptual stuff – just what you need to do to deliver. Full series available here ✍ & 📹 buff.ly/4jpauGb

Labour committed to a different way of ‘doing’ government, centred around five missions for national renewal. Mission-led governing resonates with many principles at the core of local government. So, how do they do it? We're working with Inner Circle Consulting to find out more.

Our practice team works hand-in-hand w/ councils, the NHS & others to help them solve challenges alongside their communities. From designing an inclusive economy in Calderdale to tackling health inequalities in Edmonton. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/gygWh0f

Our latest research took us into the hearts of communities – into vibrant community centres in Bradford, Birmingham and Stroud. We asked people to imagine what life might be like in 15 years’ time and how their centre would respond. Their insights are woven into our new report: buff.ly/OFY7FBE

“There is an emerging opportunity for councils to reimagine how democracy can be done better”. Our Principal Practice Lead Liin Nur explains our ambitions for Waves – the biggest trial of digital democracy in the UK – and the solid foundations that the programme is built upon.

Labour committed to a different way of ‘doing’ government, centred around five missions for national renewal. Mission-led governing resonates with many principles at the core of local government. So, how do they do it? We're working with Inner Circle Consulting to find out more.

Sunderland City Council is on the front foot when it comes to bridging the digital divide. We had the opportunity to ask Nicol McConnell about ‘what really works’ when it comes to getting communities connected. Take a look at her insights ➡️

"Councils can play a role in strengthening social capital not by stepping in with solutions, but by stepping back and creating space for communities to lead." Ruby Frankland reflects on our fringe event with 3ni at this year's LGA conference.

Our friends at @localtrust.org.uk have launched a new campaign to celebrate 100 areas completing the Big Local programme. From new community hubs to thriving green spaces, communities across England have come together to shape their future. Find out more 👇

Labour committed to a different way of ‘doing’ government, centred around five missions for national renewal. Mission-led governing resonates with many principles at the core of local government. So, how do they do it? @gracepollard.bsky.social finds out more www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/how...

“Achieving change within a council can sometimes feel like being a mountaineer." Mike Greene, Chief Executive of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, on its new mission-led approach – one that harnesses community strengths & skills.

What makes some neighbourhoods flourish while others struggle to get things off the ground? Ruby Frankland highlights the importance of social capital as she shares her insights from 3ni and @wearenewlocal.bsky.social’s fringe session at this year's LGA conference in Liverpool: bit.ly/46sKKo6

We are working with @demos-uk.bsky.social on Waves – a ground-breaking new trial of digital democracy that will put communities at the centre of local decision-making. buff.ly/2ax0xmY

Our practice team works hand-in-hand w/ councils, the NHS & others to help them solve challenges alongside their communities. From designing an inclusive economy in Calderdale to tackling health inequalities in Edmonton. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/JbspE7d

Sunderland City Council is on the front foot when it comes to bridging the digital divide. We had the opportunity to ask Nicol McConnell about ‘what really works’ when it comes to getting communities connected. Take a look at her insights ➡️

@jesstud.bsky.social and @jydenham.bsky.social share their statement on the Deputy Prime Minister’s speech at the Local Government Conference 2025 👉 www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/new...

"In this next phase of Parliament, we need to get going and use proof of concept to push the reform ambition higher and the boundaries for change wider." There are hints at moves towards a different way of doing government altogether, writes @jesstud.bsky.social‬.

“There is an emerging opportunity for councils to reimagine how democracy can be done better”. Our Principal Practice Lead Liin Nur explains our ambitions for Waves – the biggest trial of digital democracy in the UK – and the solid foundations that the programme is built upon.

Ahead of the plan, we’re revisiting our response to the public consultation on the NHS 10-year health plan for England, developed with @locality.org.uk, @wearenewlocal.bsky.social & @powertochange.org.uk, where we call for 10 policy changes to transform the NHS: bit.ly/4ll1B13 [2/2]

"We know that climate change will impact every service at every level". Emma Bull of @localpartnerships.bsky.social & Emily Bolton of Cambridgeshire County Council discuss best practices for embedding climate resilience across council operations.

"A vision for the future of community centres couldn’t come from our removed vantage as researchers. It had to emanate from the people whose daily lives are interwoven with these vital places." Our Principal Practice Lead describes the research journey behind our latest report.

"In this next phase of Parliament, we need to get going and use proof of concept to push the reform ambition higher and the boundaries for change wider." There are hints at moves towards a different way of doing government altogether, writes @jesstud.bsky.social‬. buff.ly/ERdq2Zo

In the latest of our How We Did It series, Emma Bull of @localpartnerships.bsky.social and Emily Bolton of Cambridgeshire County Council discuss how they developed best practices for embedding climate resilience across council operations. www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/how...

Our Principal Practice Lead describes the research journey behind our latest report: ‘Where People Meet: How to Celebrate, Sustain and Reimagine Community Centres’, commissioned by the Rayne Trust. www.newlocal.org.uk/articles/whe...

From high streets to parks, public spaces impact how people feel about where they live. At today's #InnovationExchange we’re exploring different approaches to place shaping that put communities at their heart🔎 Ft. @platformplaces.bsky.social & @stockportcouncil.bsky.social