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Using predictive analytics in local public services front cover

Using predictive analytics in local public services

The use of predictive analytics in local government is still at an early stage, although it is becoming more common. While there are some sophisticated examples of predictive analytics being used across a range of local public services, much of the sector is just starting to consider the opportunities, and risks, of this type of technology.

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Using digital technology to improve the public's health: a guide for local authorities COVER

Using digital technology to improve the public's health: a guide for local authorities

In an era of constrained budgets, it is clear making the most of digital technology is essential. It can drive efficiency and deliver value for money in a multitude of ways as well as benefiting the health and wellbeing of individuals.

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Using design to level up places

Using design to level up places

An evaluation of the Local Government Association's ‘Design Skills for Economic Growth’ Programme 2021/22

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Use of resources Adult Social Care

Use of resources: How do you know you are making the best use of scarce resources?

Leading changes to the way services are developed and delivered.

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Understanding what constitutes a safeguarding concern COVER

Understanding what constitutes a safeguarding concern and how to support effective outcomes

The purpose of this framework is to offer support in making decisions about safeguarding concerns. It offers a framework to support practice, recording and reporting, in order to impact positively on outcomes for people and on the level of accountability for those outcomes.

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Understanding the views of residents: An introduction to surveys and consultation

Do you know what your residents think about your council? Are they happy with the way you run things and how you keep them informed? Find out how you can run more effective resident satisfaction surveys and consultations with your communities with this new resource.

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Understanding secure email COVER

Understanding secure email guidance

In response to requests from councils the LGA has commissioned guidance to support the use of secure email across local government.

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Understanding Local Housing Markets

Understanding Local Housing Markets

Local authorities have a range of duties and wider interests in ensuring the most effective functioning of their local housing markets. They want to ensure affordable, appropriate, good quality housing for everyone in the community within successful and sustainable places.

Understanding local authorities view on road user charging system - front cover

Understanding local authorities' views on a national road user charging system

The LGA commissioned independent research to gather local government views, insights and priorities around a national road pricing system.

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