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We help public service leaders to produce lasting, positive change in complex systems using the IMPOWER Index and our unique EDGEWORK® approach.

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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Ruth Luscombe shares 3 priorities for leaders to focus on if prevention is to move from ambition to reality: 1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative  2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships  3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
What if #AI could help #councils deliver more meaningful support? We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support. 👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp #LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER
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What if AI could help councils to deliver more meaningful support? - IMPOWER
We’ve been supporting a county council to deliver on their ambition by using analytics to prevent the needs of residents escalating, and exploring how to use generative AI to enhance the technical sol...
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Thrilled that @financialtimes.com has ft. @Manchester’s #HospitalAtHome model. Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes: ✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates ✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality ✅ £1.1m financial benefit Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52
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Identifying new opportunities to improve outcomes and save money in Manchester | IMPOWER
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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
@mel-williams.bsky.social and Sarah McClinton, both past Presidents of ADASS, join @impower.bsky.social for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood. #ncasc25
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
A fantastic two days in Manchester for the @nhsproviders.bsky.social annual conference. IMPOWER's James Swaffield shares reflections from our panel session in latest blog: bit.ly/4oFVN3K
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How do we shift the dial around integrated neighbourhood care and secondary prevention? | IMPOWER
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NHS Providers (now known as The NHS Alliance) @nhsproviders.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Who's ready for day two? We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS. #NHSP25
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Strengths-based approaches often miss the mark. Systems focus too much on what people already do, not what they could achieve. @alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
In Dorset, a more inclusive approach to #SchoolReadiness is helping meet the needs of children with #SEND. Using #ValuingSEND has led to: ✅ Smoother transitions ✅ Earlier support ✅ Better family relationships ✅ Fewer specialist escalations Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz
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How Valuing SEND can support school readiness for children with complex needs in Dorset | IMPOWER
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
From social care to devolution, LGA 2025 raised big questions — and real opportunities. Jeremy Cooper shares a few themes that stayed with us. Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP #LGAConf25 #LocalGov
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Partnered with DCN at the LGA Conference for a packed fringe session on our new report, exploring prevention, place, and the future of adult social care in the context of council reorganisation. Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA #LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
📢 IMPOWER will be continuing as part of the REACh consortium delivering the next phase of the @departmentforedu.bsky.social #SEND AP Change Programme until March 2026. Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt #education #inclusion #DfE
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
🚀 New report with District Councils' Network out now: The power of prevention and place in new unitary councils. Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare. Read it here 👇 bit.ly/3T51YjG #localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Nicole Samuel reflects on the European Healthcare Design Congress, where @alexfoxshared.bsky.social joined a panel on embedding #transformation in capital programmes. IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b... #healthtransformation #IMPOWER
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Huge congrats to Telford & Wrekin Council for winning the ‘Delivering Better Outcomes’ award at today’s #MJAwards 👏 A powerful, survivor-led model for tackling child sexual exploitation. Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row. #MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
At #NHSConfedExpo last week, both the Health Secretary and #NHS England CEO highlighted a key issue: £205bn is being spent, but often in the wrong places. Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system. impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l... #NeighbourhoodHealth
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Excited for today's MJ Awards! Good luck to all the finalists 🏆 Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence. bit.ly/MJAwards2025 #MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService
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Join the prestigious MJ Awards 2025 and honour outstanding achievements in local government. Discover award categories, past winners, and how to enter.
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Ahead of our SEND Shared Learning Event on 27 June, Cara Corbett shares two case studies showing how Hartlepool schools are driving inclusive practice for children with SEND. Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH #SEND #Inclusion #Education
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Bigger isn’t always better in adult #socialcare. As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet? Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ #AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
#NHSConfedExpo is next week, will we see you there? Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21. Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
#IMPOWER has achieved Diamond Level for our capabilities as a #localgov #consulting firm by Consultancy.uk 💎 We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact. Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌 www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
In 2 weeks, we’re off to Manchester for NHS ConfedExpo. Amid restructuring & the awaited 10-year plan, it’s a key moment to connect across the system & explore what’s next for healthcare. Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
We’re proud that four colleagues have been shortlisted for individual awards at the 2025 MCA Awards! 🎉 A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes. 👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i... #MCAAwards2025
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
IMPOWER's NHP Leadership Roundtable explored how to embed transformation within capital programmes. Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change. Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
#SEND provision is under strain & challenges continue to grow - siloed systems & conflicting incentives prevent effective collaboration. We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇 bit.ly/3GVBdLA
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
We worked with @surreycc.gov.uk ,Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board and Surrey and Board NHS Foundation Trust to rethink patient flow in mental health. No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Delighted to be a @nhsproviders.bsky.social partner 🤝 Already looking forward to sharing insights in our session at their annual conference in November! #health #coproduction #publicservices
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Alex Fox @alexfoxshared.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Living it Up get @adass.bsky.social #ADASSSpringSeminar25 off to a flying musical start. Come and find us on our @impower.bsky.social stand and at our seminar Tuesday lunchtime on creating positive change in tough times
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
We had a great time at the #ADASS Spring Seminar this week! Thanks to all who joined our session on 29 April: "Head and heart: creating rapid change in challenging times". Great energy, real insight, and meaningful discussion. #SocialCare #ADASS2025 #localgov
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
New in our Future of Healthcare blog, Nene Antonio shares practical insight on what’s needed from NHS CFOs right now. It’s not just about cutting costs; it’s about leading across systems and making smarter choices that stick. Read more: bit.ly/4d4WfUg #NHS #Health #FutureofHealthcare
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Team IMPOWER is at ADASS Spring Seminar this week for the largest annual gathering of adult #socialcare leaders. Pop by our stand for a chat if you are there, and join our workshop today at 1.05pm! #ADASS #adultsocialcare #localgov
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
🌩 Driving system-wide change in health & care 🌩 Leadership, culture & data aligned = real impact. The Northern Care Alliance’s #DKAfH programme shows how empowering teams & co-production can transform discharge pathways. 🔗 bit.ly/3GhqLOq #Health #IntegratedCare #NHS
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Ahead of ADASS Spring Seminar, Alex Fox reflects on strengths based care and bridging the gap in social care 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4juZlmL
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
In our latest blog, Su Gordon-Graham explores a big question: ICBs are key to NHS reform, but can they lead change while cutting costs? We look at how strategic commissioning can drive smarter, localised care in challenging times. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/42wtElT #StrategicCommissioning
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
"Samuel’s story is a perfect example of how Valuing SEND is making a difference. Thanks to Katie at Loxley Forest School Nursery, he’s grown in confidence, is now using Makaton to communicate, and is joining in with his peers. This is what co-production and listening looks like" #ValuingSEND
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Proud to support Northamptonshire Children’s Trust on its #CircleToSuccess journey. Olivia Ives shares how a needs-led approach, #ValuingCare & closer provider links are reshaping care: £10.5m saved & children in homes that meet their needs. Read more: bit.ly/3EmrRrl #ValuingCare #ChildrenInCare
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
#MentalHealth services face rising demand & shrinking budgets. In our Healthcare blog, colleagues share how improving inpatient flow for one #NHS client led to: ✅ 45% fewer people waiting for a bed ✅ £4.1k saved per admission ✅ 5.5 days shorter average stay Read more: bit.ly/4cr3O7m
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
A smarter way to plan school transport in 4 steps: 1️⃣ Know demand & cost 2️⃣ Map needs 3️⃣ Offer flexible options 4️⃣ Support change Sustainable, cost-effective, and built to last. 🔗 bit.ly/3DUO8wt
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Acute trusts face growing challenges in patient flow, outcomes, and staffing. Sustainable change starts with people—how do we empower frontline staff to drive real improvements in care? Read more: bit.ly/42rzGoQ #NHS #AcuteTrusts #Healthcare
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Through our #ValuingSEND approach, we’ve supported Xander, a child with complex needs, to improve behaviour and communication. By working with his family and nursery staff, we’ve set him up for success as he transitions to mainstream school. To find out more: bit.ly/4aiUa5E #ValuingSEND #SEND
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
We specialise in managing change and especially in complex systems to drive better outcomes and financial sustainability. Co-producing with those who have a lived experience is vital for success. Read how some councils are driving change in the transition to adulthood space. bit.ly/4105ujY #ADASS
A graphic with a magenta background featuring a quote from Geoff Hinkins, Delivery Director at IMPOWER Consulting. The quote discusses a report that brings together people with lived experience, leaders, and practitioners to explore successes and gaps in preparing young people, particularly those with complex needs, for adulthood. The words 'prepare young people' are bolded. In the top right corner, there is a partially transparent blue-tinted image of a young girl with Down syndrome interacting with a peer. At the bottom left, there is a black-and-white headshot of Geoff Hinkins, along with his name and title. The IMPOWER logo is displayed in the bottom right corner.
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Local Gov. Reforms will reshape councils – but what about hashtag#adultsocialcare? With the system in crisis, reorganisation must go beyond structures to focus on real change. The key? Community-led solutions and co-production. 🏡👥 Find out more: bit.ly/3FtUFym #SocialCare #LocalGovReform
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
The theme of #IWD2025 is #AccelerateAction a reminder that gender equality takes commitment and action. We’re proud to foster an inclusive workplace where women thrive. This week, our IWD2025 forum explores how we keep progressing. Let’s keep pushing forward and accelerating action. #EquityInAction
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
To mark International Women’s Day, we held our annual IWD themed 'Lunchtime Listening Club' on Friday. 💜 Colleagues across the business submitted songs from female artists, comprising an epic playlist: 🎵 bit.ly/4ihkoIR 🎵 bit.ly/4isJRis
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
This week is #CroydonFosteringWeek 👩‍👩‍👦, highlighting the incredible impact #fostering can have on the lives of #children & #youngpeople. As a strategic partner for Croydon Council, we support efforts to strengthen local fostering services. Interested in fostering? Get in touch with Croydon today!⭐
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
The ‘devolution revolution’ happening in #localgovernment has the potential to fundamentally change how the interface between #councils and #health work in practice. @jeremycooper.bsky.social explores the risks & opportunities for #IntegratedCareSystems in latest blog: bit.ly/3QzqpV9
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
ADASS president @mel-williams.bsky.social reflects on the support available for children & young people when transitioning to adult #socialcare, as covered in our co-produced 'Preparing for Adulthood' report launched at #NCASC2024 ⬇ Download the report here: bit.ly/3EpVQOI
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
1% productivity gain in #socialcare & #SEND will dwarf savings from #localgovernment reorganisation. Distraction is a huge risk. But there's an opportunity to think creatively about what reorg. could mean for core services. @marklloydcbe.bsky.social & Jeremy Cooper share insights: bit.ly/3ED9tdC
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
The #publicsector must rethink the relationships between systems and build on existing architecture & services to realise the potential of #NeighbourhoodHealth. Oliver Barnes shares two recommendations: bit.ly/41d8p9h #health #publicsector
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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Dorset Council is rethinking school readiness! Using #ValuingSEND, Dorset helps children with #SEND thrive by:✅Mapping needs ✅Supporting schools ✅Building family confidence Amanda Davis: “Some children will now experience years in mainstream with support.” Read more: bit.ly/4hnjytf #EarlyYears
An image showcasing our report titled "Improving parent carer confidence and co-production in High Needs." The cover features a blue design with wave patterns, a pink arrow, and an image of two children collaborating. The open pages highlight a spider graph titled "Valuing SEND," which maps the needs of children with SEND, accompanied by a descriptive explanation. Another section, titled "The high needs continuum," outlines key themes in supporting children with high needs through a visually appealing layout of colourful boxes. The report has a modern design, aimed at informing and inspiring change.
Our Caption reads; Dorset Council is rethinking school readiness!

Using #ValuingSEND, Dorset helps children with #SEND thrive by:✅Mapping needs ✅Supporting schools ✅Building family confidence

Amanda Davis: “Some children will now experience years in mainstream with support.”
Read more: http://bit.ly/4hnjytf

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IMPOWER Consulting @impower.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Learn how a person-centred approach is driving positive change in the transition to the adulthood in our latest report. Read more: bit.ly/4105ujY #LocalGovernment #transitions #childrensservices #SEND #adultsocialcare
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