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Tackling the Digital Divide: Latest Government Guidance
We were honoured to welcome Rebecca Stephens, Deputy Director of Digital and Tech Policy, Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, at our Digital Inclusion Conference. Watch the full speech above and hear how the government plans to tackle the digital divide with the latest guidance and policy.
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Protecting Digital Public Services from Evolving Cyber Threats
Local governments in the UK are increasingly relying on technology to deliver essential services and interact with their constituents. From managing public records to overseeing utility services, the digitalisation of these operations has brought numerous benefits in efficiency and accessibility. However, it has also introduced significant vulnerabilities, making cybersecurity a critical concern for local governments.
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Government Inaction Threatens UK’s Net Zero Climate Goals
The UK needs to reduce emissions by 45% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050, to stay in line with the Paris Agreement. We welcomed Wera Hobhouse to our National Climate Change Conference 2023. Wera Hobhouse is the Liberal Democrat MP for Bath and was Vice Chair of the Climate Change APPG. This keynote highlights her viewpoint on the UK’s alarmingly slow response and the need for urgent action.
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Everton Free School Crime Prevention Initiatives
Stephen Baker, the principal of Everton Free School and Football College, and Assistant Head Andrew Pearl, are pioneering new strategies to address behavioural challenges and criminal exploitation among vulnerable youth in Liverpool. Their innovative approach integrates multi-agency collaboration and focuses on understanding and meeting the underlying needs of at-risk students.
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Enfield Council’s Approach to the Housing and Homelessness Crisis
Joanne Drew, Strategic Director of Housing and Regeneration at Enfield Council and Co-Chair of the London Housing Directors Group, joined us at our national Homelessness Conference 2024. Joanne highlighted ongoing efforts to tackle the housing and homelessness crisis at both local and city-wide levels.
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The UK’s Top 3 Smart Cities: A Transformative Approach for Local Governments
While cities like Singapore are leading the way globally with digital transformation, the United Kingdom is on its journey towards global smart city status. Smart city initiatives, such as in London, Manchester and Bristol are pivotal for local governments, providing them with the tools to create more efficient, sustainable, and liveable environments.
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Coventry’s Leading Digital Inclusion Program: COV Connects
Laura Waller, the Digital Services and Inclusion Lead for Coventry City Council, joined us at our Digital Inclusion Conference 2024. Laura spearheads the COV Connects program which has made significant strides in addressing digital exclusion in Coventry.
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12 Innovative Solutions to Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis
Only one in eight first-time buyers can afford an average first home. The affordable housing crisis is a persistent challenge faced by communities across the globe. As of 2021, approximately 8.4 million people in England were living in unaffordable, insecure, or unsuitable homes.
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Bristol City Council’s Energy Initiative: City Leap Project
Bristol is one of the leading green cities in the UK, setting an example for local councils around the UK. We welcomed Councillor Kye Dudd, Cabinet member for Waste, Energy, Climate & Ecology, Bristol City Council to our Local Government Climate Action Conference 2023. Kye discussed Collaborating with Local Business Partners to Drive Green Investment and Create Green Jobs.
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Net Zero: 5 Key Climate Action Areas for Local Governments
Local governments in the United Kingdom are essential in tackling climate change and promoting sustainability. With the UK committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, local authorities must lead by example and implement effective policies and initiatives. This article outlines key areas for action, supported by UK-specific statistics and case studies of successful local government initiatives.
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