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Did you know that the GOV.UK Design System prioritises accessibility to ensure all citizens can access vital government information and services online? Our latest blog post dives into how this system incorporates best practices to create inclusive digital experiences for everyone. https://lnkd.in/euvw7FQT And see how we put these principles into practice with our work for Ito World, delivering accessible transit data solutions to stakeholders like Google, Apple, and the Department for Transport. https://lnkd.in/eHyS5qpn

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Public sector organisations have learned valuable lessons in building trust through effective communication. Discover how over 400 UK government organisations are connecting with 18 million subscribers using digital tools. Gain insights on: - Open rate - Click rate - Engagement rate - Network impact Download the 2023 Granicus Benchmark Report now to see how public sector communication is driving engagement. 📈 https://okt.to/yRLDAc #PublicSector #GovComms #DigitalEngagement #BenchmarkReport #CommunityEngagement

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We are absolutely delighted to announce that Connected Innovation together with Suffolk County Council and Norfolk County Council have landed match funding from Barclays Eagle Labs' Ecosystem Partnership Programme to support Norfolk and Suffolk's tech sector. 'The Future' project, which will be delivered by Akcela Ventures in Norfolk and Innovation Labs Group in Suffolk, will address the following critical areas: 🏠 Grow a network across the entrepreneurial stack, engaging individuals from thinking of starting a high-growth business to investors looking to support them. 🚀 Support high potential start-ups with focussed support from successful entrepreneurs and an ecosystem of support. 💰 Early-stage seed funding for ideas with high-growth potential (creating more opportunities for founders from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds). Press release here: https://lnkd.in/egj2ZxD4 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology I Barclays Eagle Labs I Ellie Wyburd-Edwards I Connected Innovation I James Allen I Scott Cogman I Katie Snell I Suffolk County Council I Jai Raithatha I Julian Munson I Matthew Jones I Norfolk County Council I Chris Starkie I Roberta Willner I Akcela Ventures I James Charles Adams I Tom Wood I Peter Ballard I Innovation Labs Group I Peter Brady I Peter Basford I nor(DEV): Norfolk Developers I SyncNorwich I Sync the City I Adastral Park I MENTA Business Support for Norfolk & Suffolk I Tech East I Lisa Perkins I Fiona Lettice I Tim Robinson I Agri-TechE I Anglia Capital Group I Innovate UK East I Sean Cannon

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The Local Digital team in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has begun a discovery project to understand the potential for scaling up data standards in local government. https://lnkd.in/ee9vqt75 #localgovernment #datastandards

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🌟 Attention Welsh Business Leaders! 🌟 BridgeAI will be supporting Innovate Local #Wrexham #digital #ai Innovate Local: Wrexham is your chance to connect with local [MK1] and national organisations, learn about the support available, and hear from local businesses about their innovation journeys. Join us and fast-track your new ideas to success. Let's innovate together!   Find out more and register here: https://2ly.link/1y0Cf #InnovateLocal  [MK1]Just being pedandtic by putting local first as that's the word we want to push

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Digital Planning UK Gov are through to the finals of the Digital Leaders DL100 2024 Awards in the Digital Public Service Innovation of the Year category 🏡 Voting is open via the link below and any shares would be appreciated! 🗳️ #DigitalPlanning #DoingPlanningDifferently #UKGov #LocalGov #Planning #Housing

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Interested in social impact or how to use procurement to make a difference? you are welcome to join this webinar. #socialvalue #socialimpact #vcs #cic #sme

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How Focusing on Productivity Can Transform Your SME in County Durham Do you recognise any of these pain points? 👉 Time Management 👉 Resource Allocation 👉 Employee Engagement 👉 Market Competitiveness Read the blog for practical steps to help! And comment your own pain points in business below👇 https://lnkd.in/edEwE45M #CountyDurham #Productivity #SMEs #smallbusiness #businesstips

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𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝? There have been a lot of headlines recently about using the Mayoral role (and funds) to buy a hotel in Scarborough and, more recently, to set up a Mayoral Development Corporation for the town. This is a useful read from the Yorkshire Post https://lnkd.in/e99z7_vB which explains that these “…have proved controversial as they are essentially unaccountable, being largely made up of unelected individuals” and “the use of MDCs has drawn criticism elsewhere, particularly in Teesside... https://lnkd.in/eGv5Gsy8 which was criticised in a government-commissioned review for lacking transparency and appropriate systems to evaluate whether value for money was being achieved” So is this what Scarborough needs? Is it for a lack of a hotel (albeit refurbished) that 85% of North Yorkshire’s most deprived residents live in Scarborough? This is a town that has some of the highest levels of unemployment and poverty, and lowest life expectancy in the region - but at the same time it’s a beautiful place with excellent potential. It needs a positive narrative, and I have other plans… You can read my comments in York Mix https://lnkd.in/eJGhzGVT in essence, there are a blend of issues to resolve and various elements of my manifesto address these : “to establish a clear and innovative marketing plan for tourism, regenerate the High Street, boost the night-time economy, improve public transport, address the second homes/holiday let imbalance, resolve the skills and labour shortage crisis and get to the bottom of the shellfish die back and ongoing sea water quality issues.” I have also pledged to improve health and wellbeing, with subsidised access to sport, nutritious school food, mental health support and daily toothbrushing for children - along with an allotment scheme, supporting community hubs and increased social care provision. So I hate to disappoint you if you are looking for a headline grabbing fix... but the answer lies in getting to grips with what the issues really are, resolving them and identifying opportunity to generate growth and prosperity for all. To read Felicity's manifesto: https://lnkd.in/eQ3gWwZE #scarborough #community #jobs #economy #socialcare #yorkandnorthyorkshire #york #northyorkshire #yorkshire #felicity4mayor #felicitycunliffelister

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Are you a Tameside organisation or business trading for social good? Are you looking to grow your activities? GMCVO have formed a partnership with the GM Credit Union Consortium, Greater Manchester Combined Authority, Access – The Foundation for Social Investment and Esmée Fairbairn Foundation to deliver local investment with real impact, this follows the success of the Access to Growth Fund which ended in 2022. Any Tameside organisation or business trading for social good and looking to grow their trading activity which has been trading for at least 6 months can apply. The offer: - Unsecured investments between £20,000 & £100,000. - Blended finance; the investment includes a grant of an average of 20% of your total investment. - An initial interest-only period of up to 6 months may be available. To learn more and apply please visit: https://lnkd.in/eaNbrbqh #tmb #tameside #funding #investment #grants #socialgood #makingadifference #businessgrowth #accessfunds #bettertogether Tameside Council

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The Digital Office for Local Government is delighted to launch their updated Action Plan for 2024 – 2026. This plan details the evolving role of the Digital Office and an action plan to ensure that Scottish local authorities have the infrastructure, support and capabilities in place to increase the pace of digital transformation, and to deliver on the ambitions outlined in the National Digital Strategy. The Digital Office will deliver on this purpose by operating at national level, sector level and council level, through fulfilling four key roles: • Contributing to National Policy and Strategy Development where there are digital or data dependencies • Assurance of National Digital Programmes • Digital Transformation Programme Management • Local Capability Building within Scottish Local Authorities Read Now: https://ow.ly/hikk50TatgL

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🌟 Revitalising Essex High Streets! Our latest blog explores innovative marketing strategies that local retailers can use to attract more foot traffic and engage with the community. From hosting local events to leveraging digital tools and creating pop-up experiences, we discuss how to breathe new life into traditional shopping areas. 🔗 Dive deeper into how these strategies are making a difference in Essex and beyond. Perfect read for retailers and business leaders looking for actionable insights. #RetailInnovation #CommunityEngagement #EssexBusiness 🔗

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