Changing behaviour to make a difference
Behavioural insights is a technique used to generate better outcomes for communities by encouraging changes in the way we act.
Our offer
- Grant funding – councils to match fund
- Recommendations from behavioural insights experts
- Case studies, videos, publications and more
Behavioural insights – case studies
Redesigning public services
Together with the Design Council, we offer support to councils and partners wanting to apply design processes and methods to their climate change challenges. If your organisation requires some fresh thinking or a different approach, this could be your opportunity to receive training and support.
Our offer
Design public sector – case studies
https://www.local.gov.uk/design-public-sector-programme
Cyber security
Cyber security is a risk to the public sector and the services we run. With the role of councils being instrumental to the COVID-19 response, and with an increased reliance on digital services, digital communications and new partnerships, the risk associated with a cyber incident is greater than ever.
We are funded by the National Cyber Security Programme, via the Cabinet Office, to help improve the cyber security of local government. Now in the final year of a three-year agreement, the programme has directly supported over 90% of local authorities via a grant funded programme informed by a cyber security stocktake and self-assessment tool we delivered. Using sector-led improvement we work to reduce vulnerabilities and improve resilience across the sector and ensure that cyber security becomes a whole workforce issue.
Alongside other sector-led improvement activities, this year, we are delivering a penetration / vulnerability testing pilot with a cross section of 10 per cent of local authorities.
Our offer
Potential grant funding, guidance, best practice, advice, resource signposting, webinars, and policy forums.
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Cyber security
Modern slavery in the supply chain
Changes to the Modern Slavery Act will soon mean councils will be required to submit a Modern Slavery Transparency Statement, nearly 150 councils have already demonstrated leadership and accountability by doing so voluntarily.
Our offer
Guidance, support and a free e-learning toolkit on our dedicated Modern Slavery Supply Chain hub.
Transformation and Innovation Exchange
Responding to a call from councils, we have created an online hub that brings together practical help for local government about innovation and efficiency into one place.
Developed with local government, the Transformation and Innovation Exchange features a range of case studies, guidance, tools, performance data, training and other resources to help councils continue to deliver value for money and better outcomes for communities. This is an interactive space where councils can come together to share learning and support each other.
A key feature is an online self-assessment tool, which helps councils identify their current capabilities and consider improvement opportunities and useful support. Senior managers and elected members are encouraged to undertake an assessment of their organisation. This could be done on a regular basis or as part of preparation for a corporate peer challenge.