Insights

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is reshaping local government, and a critical facet of this is waste services. Few services are as visible to residents or politically sensitive; missed bins make headlines. New unitary authorities will be taking on both collection and disposal responsibilities, and getting this right will be one of the first tests of […]

This year, our Away Days took us to Llandudno, a fitting location that reflects our close connection to Wales through the Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government, one of our owners. The setting was spectacular, but the true value came from the depth of discussion, collaboration and forward thinking across our teams. As a remote organisation, […]

We’re proud to announce that Local Partnerships LLP has been recognised at the 2025 TIDE (Talent, Inclusion, Diversity & Equality) Awards, receiving an award from the Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (enei). The TIDE Awards celebrate organisations across the UK that are making measurable progress in diversity, equality, and inclusion, with recognition given across […]

A new digital era, but at what cost? As councils drive digital innovation to meet community needs and efficiency targets, AI tools are becoming increasingly embedded in operations, but are they undermining local climate goals? What are the hidden environmental impacts of AI? Artificial intelligence is transforming industries and rapidly reshaping how we plan, deliver […]

How is the evolving mission-led agenda reshaping the environment in which we operate? That’s a key question which we at Local Partnerships have been spending time considering. From the Spending Review to the Industrial Strategy, and various other infrastructure and devolution bills landing of late, there is much in motion.  Each initiative carries weight, but […]

The Local Government Association (LGA) engaged Local Partnerships to analyse 317 productivity plans and create an AI powered chatbot to make insights from the data more accessible. Local Partnerships’ Data & Analytics team orchestrated a full-spectrum analytical solution to meet the LGA’s requirements. We expertly pre-processed all 317 plans, ensuring data quality, consistency, and readiness […]

End Furniture Poverty asked Local Partnerships to assess the impact of furnished tenancies and Local Welfare Assistance (LWA) schemes in tackling furniture poverty. Local Partnerships delivered a rigorous cost–benefit analysis of furnished tenancies and LWA schemes to quantify their impact on reducing furniture poverty—a condition affecting approximately 9% of the UK population, including at least […]

Local Partnerships have been commissioned by Welsh Government to support them, and the 22 local authorities throughout Wales, in the development and implementation of operating models which will enable them to establish new Building Safety Authorities throughout Wales. Welsh Government introduced the Building Safety (Wales) Bill (‘the Bill’), in 2025, to build on the progress […]

Case Study: From PFI expiry of a heat network to opportunity How could the expiry of a heat network’s PFI contract be a catalyst to create a flagship low carbon solution in one of the most densely populated areas in the UK? When the London Borough of Tower Hamlets went through the PFI expiry health […]

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) has partnered with Vital Energi to deliver an £8m energy efficiency programme across six sites, supporting its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2030. ABUHB is delivering an £8m carbon reduction programme in partnership with Vital Energi, targeting energy upgrades across six hospitals including Nevill Hall, Grange University, and Royal Gwent. The programme supports Welsh Government’s […]

Hywel Dda University Health Board is working with Vital Energi to deliver a £6.8m carbon reduction programme across six hospitals in West Wales, supporting its ambition to cut emissions by 34% by 2030. Hywel Dda University Health Board is delivering a £6.8m carbon reduction programme in partnership with Vital Energi, targeting energy efficiency upgrades across key hospitals including Withybush, Glangwili, and […]

It was a pleasure to meet the First Minister of Wales and the Leader of Plaid Cymru this week at the Wrecsam National Eisteddfod, a festival which is a wonderful celebration of Welsh culture, art and language. I was delighted to share the successes we have helped our clients in Wales achieve with them both.   As a […]

Now’s the time to take another look. Local Partnerships is pleased to announce updates to our Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting Tool and Waste Emissions Calculator. Developed in collaboration with the Local Government Association (LGA) and shaped by ongoing engagement with local authority users, these tools have been refined to meet the changing needs of the […]

Not sure what kind of assurance your project needs? Take our quick 90 Second Project Assurance Quiz to find out. Every project presents different challenges. Whether you are managing complex stakeholder demands, delivery risks, or working with time-sensitive funding. This interactive quiz takes into account: Based on your responses, you will receive a tailored recommendation either a Formal […]

Last week’s LGA Conference in Liverpool was a significant moment for policy announcements. Notably, Angela Rayner announced the launch of the Council Housebuilding Skills & Capacity Programme. We’re proud to share that Local Partnerships will play a key role in supporting councils to build the skills and networks needed to drive forward the next era of council housebuilding. The […]

In a time of shifting political priorities, financial strain and other local challenges, it’s understandable that some councils are asking: where does climate action fit now? But climate isn’t a separate or competing priority. When seen through the lens of economic resilience, it becomes a practical route to stability, investment and regeneration. Net zero ambitions […]